For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,575 students in 64056, MO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 64056, MO are Lewis And Clark Learning Center and Fort Osage High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 64056 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 64056, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 64056 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fort Osage 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best 64056, MO Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lewis And Clark Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25102 E. Us 24 Highway
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7708
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7708
Gr: K-12
Rank: #22.
Fort Osage High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25102 E. Us 24 Highway
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7030
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7030
Gr: 9-12 | 1,575 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
Car. Tech. Ctr. At Ft. Osage
Vocational School
25102 E. Us 24 Highway
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7180
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7180
Gr: 11-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 64056, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 64056, MO include Lewis And Clark Learning Center and Fort Osage High School.
How many public high schools are located in 64056?
3 public high schools are located in 64056.
What is the racial composition of students in 64056?
64056 public high schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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