Top 3 Best 64050 Missouri Public High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,441 students in 64050, MO.
The top ranked public high schools in 64050, MO are William Chrisman High School, Independence Academy and Day Treatment. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 64050 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 64050, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 64050 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Missouri average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is William Chrisman High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).

Best 64050, MO Public High Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
William Chrisman High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1223 N Noland Rd
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5355
Grades: 9-12
| 1,441 students
Rank: #22.
Independence Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
600 W Mechanic Ave
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5505
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #33.
Day Treatment
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
600 W Mechanic Ave
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5508
Grades: K-12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 64050, MO?
The top ranked public high schools in 64050, MO include William Chrisman High School, Independence Academy and Day Treatment.
How many public high schools are located in 64050?
3 public high schools are located in 64050.
What is the racial composition of students in 64050?
64050 public high schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).

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