For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 627 students in 64506, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64506, MO are Field Elementary School and Coleman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64506 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64506, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64506, MO Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Field Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2602 Gene Field
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 671-4130
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 671-4130
Grades: K-6
| 265 students
Rank: #22.
Coleman Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3312 Beck Rd
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 671-4100
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 671-4100
Grades: K-6
| 349 students
Rank: n/an/a
Alt. Resource Center
Magnet School
3510 Frederick Ave
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 387-2320
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 387-2320
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Buchanan Co. Academy
Magnet School
4720 Green Acres
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 387-2320
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 387-2320
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Virtual Academy
Magnet School
1415 N 26th Street
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 571-4011
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 571-4011
Grades: K-12
| 13 students
64506, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3600 Frederick Ave
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 671-4072
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 671-4072
Grades: K-12
| 42 students
1415 N 26th St
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 671-4290
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 671-4290
Grades: PK-6
| 462 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 64506, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64506, MO include Field Elementary School and Coleman Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64506?
5 public elementary schools are located in 64506.
What is the racial composition of students in 64506?
64506 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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