For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,526 students in 64055, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64055, MO are William Yates Elementary School, John W. Luff Elementary School and Sycamore Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64055 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64055, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64055, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
William Yates Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3600 Davidson Rd
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 874-3740
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 874-3740
Grades: K-5
| 447 students
Rank: #22.
John W. Luff Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3700 S Delaware Ave
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5415
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5415
Grades: PK-5
| 343 students
Rank: #33.
Sycamore Hills Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
15208 E 39th St S
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5465
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5465
Grades: PK-5
| 537 students
Rank: #44.
Glendale Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2611 S Lee's Summit Rd
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5510
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5510
Grades: PK-5
| 391 students
Rank: #55.
Santa Fe Trail Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1301 S Windsor St
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5450
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5450
Grades: PK-5
| 356 students
Rank: #66.
William Southern Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4300 S Phelps Rd
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5475
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5475
Grades: PK-5
| 452 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 64055, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64055, MO include William Yates Elementary School, John W. Luff Elementary School and Sycamore Hills Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64055?
6 public elementary schools are located in 64055.
What is the racial composition of students in 64055?
64055 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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