For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,185 students in 64081, MO (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,822 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 64081, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 64081, MO are Longview Farm Elementary School, Cedar Creek Elementary School and Pleasant Lea Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64081 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64081, MO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 64081, MO Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Longview Farm Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1001 Sw Longview Park Dr
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-4180
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-4180
Grades: K-5
| 408 students
Rank: #22.
Cedar Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2600 Sw 3rd St
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-1260
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-1260
Grades: K-5
| 506 students
Rank: #33.
Pleasant Lea Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
630 W Persel
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-1175
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-1175
Grades: 6-8
| 938 students
Rank: #44.
Pleasant Lea Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 W Persel
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-1230
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-1230
Grades: K-5
| 350 students
Rank: n/an/a
East Trails Middle School
Magnet School
1001 Se Bailey Rd
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-2575
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-2575
Grades: 6-8
| 983 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64081, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64081, MO include Longview Farm Elementary School, Cedar Creek Elementary School and Pleasant Lea Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 64081?
5 public schools are located in 64081.
What percentage of students in 64081 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 64081 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64081?
64081 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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