For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,662 students in 64131, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64131, MO are University Academy-middle, Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle School and Academy For Integrated Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64131 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64131, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64131, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
University Academy-middle
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6801 Holmes Rd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-9272
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-9272
Grades: 6-8
| 277 students
Rank: #22.
Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Paseo Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 268-5660
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 268-5660
Grades: 5-8
| 510 students
Rank: #33.
Academy For Integrated Arts
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7910 Troost Ave
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 444-1720
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 444-1720
Grades: PK-6
| 270 students
Rank: #44.
University Academy-lower
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6801 Holmes Rd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-5973
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-5973
Grades: PK-5
| 605 students
64131, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6401 Rockhill Rd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 926-9110
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 926-9110
Grades: PK-8
| 357 students
B. Banneker Charter Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
8310 Holmes
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 926-9110
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 926-9110
Grades: K-8
| 155 students
8201 Holmes
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 418-1000
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 418-1000
Grades: 6-8
| 485 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 64131, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64131, MO include University Academy-middle, Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle School and Academy For Integrated Arts.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64131?
4 public elementary schools are located in 64131.
What is the racial composition of students in 64131?
64131 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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