For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,116 students in 64109, MO (there are 3 private schools, serving 396 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 64109, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 64109, MO are B W Sheperd School, Lincoln College Academy Middle School and Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64109 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64109, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 64109, MO Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
B W Sheperd School
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2727 Tracy Ave
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 889-3502
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 889-3502
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln College Academy Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2012 E 23rd Street
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-1500
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-1500
Grades: 6-8
| 574 students
Rank: #33.
Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3421 Cherry St
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 888-7400
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 888-7400
Grades: PK-5
| 459 students
Rank: #44.
Longfellow Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2830 Holmes
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-5325
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-5325
Grades: PK-6
| 231 students
Rank: #55.
Faxon Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1320 E 32nd Terr
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-6525
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-6525
Grades: PK-6
| 301 students
Rank: #66.
Lee A. Tolbert Com. Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3400 Paseo Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 561-0114
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 561-0114
Grades: PK-8
| 364 students
Rank: #77.
Delasalle Charter High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3737 Troost Ave
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 561-4445
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 561-4445
Grades: 9-12
| 187 students
64109, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
B W Sheperd (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2727 Tracy Avenue
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 842-4644
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 842-4644
Grades: Inquire with school
| 42 students
Faxon Montessori (Closed 2011)
Magnet School
1320 East 32nd Terr
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-6525
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-6525
Grades: PK-6
| n/a students
George B. Longan French Magnet (Closed 2011)
Magnet School
3421 Cherry
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-6425
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-6425
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
3515 Park
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-2650
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-2650
Grades: PK-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64109, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64109, MO include B W Sheperd School, Lincoln College Academy Middle School and Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 64109?
7 public schools are located in 64109.
What percentage of students in 64109 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 64109 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64109?
64109 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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