For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,292 students in 64052, MO (there are 4 private schools, serving 587 private students). 80% 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 Cassell Park 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 39%), 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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 64052, MO Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Three Trails Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11801 E 32nd St S
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5470
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5470
Grades: PK-5
| 331 students
Rank: #22.
Procter Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1403 W Linden Ave
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5440
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5440
Grades: PK-5
| 212 students
Rank: #33.
Cassell Park Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 357 students
Rank: #44.
Korte Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2437 S Hardy Ave
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5430
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5430
Grades: PK-5
| 458 students
Rank: #55.
Clifford H. Nowlin Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2800 S Hardy Ave
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5380
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5380
Grades: 6-8
| 934 students
64052, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
North Rock Creekkorte Academy (Closed 2009)
Magnet School
2437-2431 S Hardy
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 418-4450
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 418-4450
Grades: PK-6
| 538 students
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 Cassell Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 64052, MO?
5 public schools are located in 64052, MO.
What percentage of students in 64052, MO go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 64052, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64052, MO?
64052, MO public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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