For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,263 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 40%), 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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64052, MO Public Schools (2025-26)
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 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
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 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
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 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
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 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 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 | 886 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
64052, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2437-2431 S Hardy
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 418-4450
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 418-4450
Gr: PK-6 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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