AgAcademy

Plant. Grow. Harvest. The AgAcademy is an innovative agricultural sciences school for students in grades 4-6. The school campus, located at the Missouri State Darr Agricultural Center, features classroom spaces, a demonstration kitchen, a greenhouse, a garden and chicken coop. If selected, students can choose to attend the AgAcademy for three years: grades 4-6. This school is supported by the Darr Family Foundation.

Grade 4-6, 150 students

AgAcademy in Action

Should you Apply for AgAcademy?

Do you want to impact the world around you in a positive way?
Do you like to grow or care for plants?
Do you prefer being outside to inside?
Do you want to cook dishes with food you grow?
Do you want to learn more about agriculture careers?
Do you prefer hands-on learning?
Do you enjoy raising or caring for animals?

If some of these apply to you, then you might be a great fit.

Waitlist: How to Apply

The magnet schools waitlist is now open on Connect SPS and will remain available through May 22, 2026. Families who submitted an application during the initial lottery window and were not selected-or who have not yet received a placement-are already on the waitlist and will receive priority placement as seats become available. Families who did not apply during the initial window but are interested in being added to the waitlist are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility

Any 3rd-5th grade SPS student or any non-SPS students who live within the SPS attendance area are eligible to apply for their 4th-6th grade year.
Eligible students must have satisfactory attendance and behavior.
Selected students will be selected through an automated lottery system.
Applications are accepted November-December each year.