For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,195 students in 64040, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in 64040, MO are Holden Elementary School, Holden Middle School and Holden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64040 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64040, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64040, MO Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Holden Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1903 S Market
Holden, MO 64040
(816) 732-6071
Holden, MO 64040
(816) 732-6071
Gr: PK-5 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Holden Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
301 Eagle Dr
Holden, MO 64040
(816) 732-4125
Holden, MO 64040
(816) 732-4125
Gr: 6-8 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Holden High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1901 S Main
Holden, MO 64040
(816) 732-5523
Holden, MO 64040
(816) 732-5523
Gr: 9-12 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
64040, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1903 S Market
Holden, MO 64040
(816) 732-6071
Holden, MO 64040
(816) 732-6071
Gr: 3-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 64040, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 64040, MO include Holden Elementary School, Holden Middle School and Holden High School.
How many public schools are located in 64040?
3 public schools are located in 64040.
What is the racial composition of students in 64040?
64040 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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