For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,831 students in 64057, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in 64057, MO are Blackburn Elementary School, Bridger Middle School and Little Blue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64057 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64057, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64057, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blackburn Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17302 E R D Mize Rd
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5395
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5395
Gr: PK-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Bridger Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
18200 E M-78 Hwy
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5375
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5375
Gr: 6 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Little Blue Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Quail Drive
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5480
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5480
Gr: PK-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Pioneer Ridge Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1656 S Speck Rd
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5385
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5385
Gr: 7-8 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Bingham Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1716 S Speck Rd
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5490
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5490
Gr: 7-8 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 64057, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 64057, MO include Blackburn Elementary School, Bridger Middle School and Little Blue Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 64057?
5 public schools are located in 64057.
What is the racial composition of students in 64057?
64057 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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