For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,992 students in 64127, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 22 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 64127, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 64127, MO are Kansas City Girls Prep Middle School, Wendell Phillips Elementary School and Phillis Wheatley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64127 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64127, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64127, MO Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kansas City Girls Prep Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5000 E.17th St.
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 268-2573
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 268-2573
Gr: 5-8 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Wendell Phillips Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Prospect
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3755
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3755
Gr: PK-6 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Phillis Wheatley Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2415 Agnes Ave
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-4825
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-4825
Gr: PK-6 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Kipp Endeavor Academy
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 E 18th St
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 241-3994
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 241-3994
Gr: PK-8 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1012 Bales
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3850
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3850
Gr: PK-6 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
East High School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1924 Van Brunt Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3125
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3125
Gr: 9-12 | 1,155 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Guadalupe Centers Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5123 E Truman Road
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 994-0396
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 994-0396
Gr: PK-5 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
64127, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2400 Prospect
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3905
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3905
Gr: PK-6 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
5000 East 17th St
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 241-3465
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 241-3465
Gr: K-5 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 64127, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 64127, MO include Kansas City Girls Prep Middle School, Wendell Phillips Elementary School and Phillis Wheatley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 64127?
7 public schools are located in 64127.
What percentage of students in 64127 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 64127 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64127?
64127 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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