For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 784 students in 64062, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64062, MO are 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 elementary schools in zipcode 64062 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64062, MO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64062, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 elementary schools in 64062, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64062, MO include Southwest Elementary School and Lawson Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64062?
3 public elementary schools are located in 64062.
What is the racial composition of students in 64062?
64062 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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