For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,724 students in 64050, MO (there are , serving 214 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 64050, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 64050, MO are Independence Academy, Mill Creek Elementary School and Ott Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64050 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64050, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64050, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Independence Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 W Mechanic Ave
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5505
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5505
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Mill Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2601 N Liberty St
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5420
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5420
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Ott Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1525 N Noland Rd
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5435
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5435
Gr: PK-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Thomas Hart Benton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
429 S Leslie
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5390
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5390
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #55.
William Chrisman High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1223 N Noland Rd
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5355
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5355
Gr: 9-12 | 1,441 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Bryant Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
827 W College
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5400
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #77.
Day Treatment
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
600 W Mechanic Ave
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5508
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5508
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 64050, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 64050, MO include Independence Academy, Mill Creek Elementary School and Ott Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 64050?
7 public schools are located in 64050.
What percentage of students in 64050 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 64050 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64050?
64050 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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