For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,113 students in 64053, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in 64053, MO is Van Horn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 64053 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 64053, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 64053 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Van Horn High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best 64053, MO Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Van Horn High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1109 S Arlington Ave
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 521-5360
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 521-5360
Gr: 9-12 | 1,113 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
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 high schools in 64053, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 64053, MO include Van Horn High School.
How many public high schools are located in 64053?
1 public high schools are located in 64053.
What is the racial composition of students in 64053?
64053 public high schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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