For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,180 students in 64130, MO (there are 3 private schools, serving 153 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 64130, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 64130, MO are Brookside Charter Middle School, Brookside Charter Elementary School and Carver Dual Language School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64130 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64130, 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 Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64130, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brookside Charter Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1815 East 63rd Street
Kansas City, MO 64130
(816) 531-2192
Kansas City, MO 64130
(816) 531-2192
Gr: 6-8 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Brookside Charter Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1815 East 63rd Street
Kansas City, MO 64130
(816) 531-2192
Kansas City, MO 64130
(816) 531-2192
Gr: PK-5 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Carver Dual Language School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4600 Elmwood Ave
Kansas City, MO 64130
(816) 418-4925
Kansas City, MO 64130
(816) 418-4925
Gr: PK-6 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Genesis School Inc.
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3800 E 44th St
Kansas City, MO 64130
(816) 921-0775
Kansas City, MO 64130
(816) 921-0775
Gr: PK-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
George Melcher Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3958 Chelsea
Kansas City, MO 64130
(816) 418-6735
Kansas City, MO 64130
(816) 418-6735
Gr: PK-6 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Hogan Preparatory Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2803 E 51st St
Kansas City, MO 64130
(816) 444-5010
Kansas City, MO 64130
(816) 444-5010
Gr: PK-6 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 64130, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 64130, MO include Brookside Charter Middle School, Brookside Charter Elementary School and Carver Dual Language School.
How many public schools are located in 64130?
6 public schools are located in 64130.
What percentage of students in 64130 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 64130 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64130?
64130 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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