For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,724 students in 64050, MO (there are , serving 214 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 64050, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 64050, MO are Mill Creek Elementary School, Bryant Elementary School and William Chrisman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64050 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64050, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64050, MO 九游体育s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mill Creek Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2601 N Liberty St
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5420
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5420
Grades: PK-5
| 274 students
Rank: #22.
Bryant Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
827 W College
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5400
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5400
Grades: PK-5
| 227 students
Rank: #33.
William Chrisman High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1223 N Noland Rd
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5355
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5355
Grades: 9-12
| 1,441 students
Rank: #44.
Independence Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 W Mechanic Ave
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5505
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5505
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #55.
Ott Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1525 N Noland Rd
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5435
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5435
Grades: PK-5
| 385 students
Rank: #66.
Thomas Hart Benton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
429 S Leslie
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5390
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5390
Grades: PK-5
| 397 students
Rank: #77.
Day Treatment
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
600 W Mechanic Ave
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5508
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5508
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64050, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64050, MO include Mill Creek Elementary School, Bryant Elementary School and William Chrisman High School.
How many public schools are located in 64050?
7 public schools are located in 64050.
What percentage of students in 64050 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 64050 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64050?
64050 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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