For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 675 students in 64056, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 64056, MO are Lewis And Clark Learning Center and Osage Trail Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 64056 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 64056, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64056, MO Public Middle 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.
Osage Trail Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25102 E. Us 24 Highway
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7151
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7151
Gr: 7-8 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 64056, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 64056, MO include Lewis And Clark Learning Center and Osage Trail Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 64056?
2 public middle schools are located in 64056.
What is the racial composition of students in 64056?
64056 public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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