For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,777 students in 64117, MO (there are 5 private schools, serving 480 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 64117, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 64117, MO are Lakewood Elementary School, Chouteau Elementary School and Eastgate 6th Grade Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64117 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64117, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64117, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4624 N Norton
Kansas City, MO 64117
(816) 321-5120
Kansas City, MO 64117
(816) 321-5120
Grades: K-5
| 170 students
Rank: #22.
Chouteau Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3701 N Jackson
Kansas City, MO 64117
(816) 321-5050
Kansas City, MO 64117
(816) 321-5050
Grades: PK-5
| 386 students
Rank: #33.
Eastgate 6th Grade Center
(Math: 35% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4700 Ne Parvin Rd
Kansas City, MO 64117
(816) 321-5270
Kansas City, MO 64117
(816) 321-5270
Grades: 6
| 639 students
Rank: #44.
Topping Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4433 N Topping Av
Kansas City, MO 64117
(816) 321-5200
Kansas City, MO 64117
(816) 321-5200
Grades: K-5
| 331 students
Rank: #55.
Winnwood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4531 Ne 44th Terr
Kansas City, MO 64117
(816) 321-5220
Kansas City, MO 64117
(816) 321-5220
Grades: PK-5
| 251 students
64117, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3100 Ne 46th St
Kansas City, MO 64117
(816) 413-6060
Kansas City, MO 64117
(816) 413-6060
Grades: K-12
| 45 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64117, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64117, MO include Lakewood Elementary School, Chouteau Elementary School and Eastgate 6th Grade Center.
How many public schools are located in 64117?
5 public schools are located in 64117.
What percentage of students in 64117 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 64117 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64117?
64117 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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