For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 637 students in 64644, MO.
The top ranked public schools in 64644, MO are Penney High School, New York Elementary School and Hamilton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64644 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64644, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64644, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Penney High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
903 N Davis
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-2136
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-2136
Gr: 9-12 | 192 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
New York Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6061 Ne State Rte U
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-2563
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-2563
Gr: PK-8 | 24 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
Rank: #33.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7650 Nw Harley Road
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-4811
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-4811
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Hamilton Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
903 N Davis
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-2173
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-2173
Gr: 6-8 | 147 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64644, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64644, MO include Penney High School, New York Elementary School and Hamilton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 64644?
4 public schools are located in 64644.
What is the racial composition of students in 64644?
64644 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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