For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,257 students in 64052, MO (there are 4 private schools, serving 587 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 64052, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 64052, MO are Three Trails Elementary School, Procter Elementary School and Korte Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64052 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64052, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64052, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Three Trails Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11801 E 32nd St S
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5470
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5470
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Procter Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1403 W Linden Ave
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5440
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5440
Gr: PK-5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Korte Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2437 S Hardy Ave
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5430
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5430
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Cassell Park Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10401 East 31st Street South
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5540
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5540
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Clifford H. Nowlin Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2800 S Hardy Ave
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5380
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5380
Gr: 6-8 | 902 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 64052, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 64052, MO include Three Trails Elementary School, Procter Elementary School and Korte Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 64052?
5 public schools are located in 64052.
What percentage of students in 64052 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 64052 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64052?
64052 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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