For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,342 students in 64057, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64057, MO are Little Blue Elementary School, Blackburn Elementary School and Bridger Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64057 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64057, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64057, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Little Blue Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2020 Quail Drive
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5480
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5480
Grades: PK-5
| 281 students
Rank: #22.
Blackburn Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
17302 E R D Mize Rd
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5395
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5395
Grades: PK-5
| 365 students
Rank: #33.
Bridger Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18200 E M-78 Hwy
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5375
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5375
Grades: 6
| 696 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 64057, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64057, MO include Little Blue Elementary School, Blackburn Elementary School and Bridger Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64057?
3 public elementary schools are located in 64057.
What is the racial composition of students in 64057?
64057 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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