For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 702 students in 64504, MO.
The top ranked public high school in 64504, MO is Benton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 64504 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 64504, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 64504 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Benton High School, with 75-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best 64504, MO Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Benton High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5655 S Fourth
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4030
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4030
Grades: 9-12
| 702 students
64504, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1800 Alabama
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4240
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4240
Grades: PK-6
| 315 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 64504, MO?
The top ranked public high schools in 64504, MO include Benton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 64504?
1 public high schools are located in 64504.
What is the racial composition of students in 64504?
64504 public high schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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