For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,397 students in 64116, MO (there are 2 private schools, serving 473 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 64116, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 64116, MO are Briarcliff Elementary School, North Kansas City High School and Crestview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64116 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64116, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64116, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Briarcliff Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4100 Nw Briarcliff Rd
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 321-5030
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 321-5030
Grades: K-5
| 318 students
Rank: #22.
North Kansas City High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
620 E 23rd Ave
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 321-5310
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 321-5310
Grades: 9-12
| 1,690 students
Rank: #33.
Crestview Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4327 N Holmes
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 321-5070
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 321-5070
Grades: K-5
| 389 students
Rank: n/an/a
Center For Educ. Development
Alternative School
2000 Ne 46th St
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 413-5000
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 413-5000
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64116, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64116, MO include Briarcliff Elementary School, North Kansas City High School and Crestview Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 64116?
4 public schools are located in 64116.
What percentage of students in 64116 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 64116 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64116?
64116 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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