For the 2025 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 22% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fairmount Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 330 students
64053, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
570 Evanston
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 418-4350
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 418-4350
Grades: PK-6
| 362 students
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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