For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,153 students in 64062, MO.
The top ranked public schools in 64062, MO are Lawson High School, Southwest Elementary School and Lawson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64062 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64062, MO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64062, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lawson High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
600 Bob Gill Dr
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7270
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7270
Grades: 9-12
| 369 students
Rank: #22.
Southwest Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
307 W Moss St
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7272
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7272
Grades: PK-4
| 393 students
Rank: #33.
Lawson Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
602 Bob Gill Dr
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7279
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7279
Grades: 5-8
| 352 students
Rank: n/an/a
25610 Park Rd North
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 781-8786
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 781-8786
Grades: 6-12
| 39 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64062, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64062, MO include Lawson High School, Southwest Elementary School and Lawson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 64062?
4 public schools are located in 64062.
What is the racial composition of students in 64062?
64062 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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