For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 617 students in 64056, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 3 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 64056, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 64056, MO are Spring Branch Elementary School and Randall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64056 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64056, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 64056, MO Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Spring Branch Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20404 E Truman Rd
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 521-5455
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 521-5455
Grades: PK-5
| 250 students
Rank: #22.
Randall Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
509 Jennings Rd
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 521-5445
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 521-5445
Grades: PK-5
| 260 students
Rank: n/an/a
Sunshine Center
Magnet School
18400 East Salisbury Road
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 461-0893
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 461-0893
Grades: PK
| 107 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64056, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64056, MO include Spring Branch Elementary School and Randall Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 64056?
3 public schools are located in 64056.
What percentage of students in 64056 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 64056 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64056?
64056 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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