For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 839 students in 64116, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64116, MO are Briarcliff Elementary School and Crestview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64116 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64116, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64116, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Briarcliff Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4100 Nw Briarcliff Rd
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 321-5030
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 321-5030
Gr: K-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Crestview Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4327 N Holmes
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 321-5070
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 321-5070
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
Center For Educ. Development
Alternative School
2000 Ne 46th St
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 413-5000
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 413-5000
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 64116, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64116, MO include Briarcliff Elementary School and Crestview Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64116?
3 public elementary schools are located in 64116.
What is the racial composition of students in 64116?
64116 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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