For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 664 students in 64123, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64123, MO are Gladstone Elementary School and James Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64123 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64123, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64123, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gladstone Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
335 N Elmwood
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3285
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3285
Grades: PK-6
| 403 students
Rank: #22.
James Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5810 Scarritt
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3650
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3650
Grades: PK-6
| 261 students
64123, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3509 Anderson
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3800
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3800
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 64123, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64123, MO include Gladstone Elementary School and James Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64123?
2 public elementary schools are located in 64123.
What is the racial composition of students in 64123?
64123 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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