For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,808 students in 64079, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64079, MO are Compass Elementary School, Donald D. Siegrist Elementary School and Platte City Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64079 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64079, MO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64079, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Compass Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 Kentucky
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-0712
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-0712
Grades: PK-5
| 532 students
Rank: #22.
Donald D. Siegrist Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1701 Branch St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5977
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5977
Grades: PK-5
| 607 students
Rank: #33.
Platte City Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 Pirate Dr
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2036
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2036
Grades: 6-8
| 669 students
64079, Missouri 九游体育s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1601 Branch St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5808
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5808
Grades: 4-5
| 437 students
1009 Second St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2167
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2167
Grades: K
| 201 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 64079, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64079, MO include Compass Elementary School, Donald D. Siegrist Elementary School and Platte City Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64079?
3 public elementary schools are located in 64079.
What is the racial composition of students in 64079?
64079 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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