For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 330 students in 64053, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 64053, MO is Fairmount Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 64053 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64053, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64053, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairmount Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
120 N Cedar Ave
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 521-5405
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 521-5405
Gr: PK-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
64053, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
570 Evanston
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 418-4350
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 418-4350
Gr: PK-6 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 64053, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64053, MO include Fairmount Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64053?
1 public elementary schools are located in 64053.
What is the racial composition of students in 64053?
64053 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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