For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 196 students in 64109, MO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 64109, MO are B W Sheperd School and Delasalle Charter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 64109 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 64109, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 64109 have a Graduation Rate of 55%, which is less than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Delasalle Charter High School, with 50-59% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 64109, MO Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
B W Sheperd School
Special Education School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2727 Tracy Ave
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 889-3502
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 889-3502
Gr: K-12
Rank: #22.
Delasalle Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3737 Troost Ave
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 561-4445
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 561-4445
Gr: 9-12 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
64109, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
B W Sheperd (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2727 Tracy Avenue
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 842-4644
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 842-4644
Gr: Inquire with school | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
George B. Longan French Magnet (Closed 2011)
Magnet School
3421 Cherry
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-6425
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-6425
Gr: K-8
Longfellow Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
2830 Holmes
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-5325
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-5325
Gr: PK-6 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 64109, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 64109, MO include B W Sheperd School and Delasalle Charter High School.
How many public high schools are located in 64109?
2 public high schools are located in 64109.
What is the racial composition of students in 64109?
64109 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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