For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,047 students in 64053, MO.
The top ranked public high school in 64053, MO is Van Horn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 64053 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 64053, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 64053 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Missouri average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Van Horn High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best 64053, MO Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Van Horn High School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1109 S Arlington Ave
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 521-5360
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 521-5360
Grades: 9-12
| 1,047 students
64053, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
570 Evanston
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 418-4350
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 418-4350
Grades: PK-6
| 362 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 64053, MO?
The top ranked public high schools in 64053, MO include Van Horn High School.
How many public high schools are located in 64053?
1 public high schools are located in 64053.
What is the racial composition of students in 64053?
64053 public high schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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