For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,820 students in 64131, MO (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,292 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 64131, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 64131, MO are University Academy-upper, Ewing Marion Kauffman High School and University Academy-middle. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64131 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64131, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64131, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
University Academy-upper
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6801 Holmes Rd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-5930
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-5930
Grades: 9-12
| 209 students
Rank: #22.
Ewing Marion Kauffman High School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6401 Paseo Boulevard
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 268-5660
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 268-5660
Grades: 9-12
| 399 students
Rank: #33.
University Academy-middle
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6801 Holmes Rd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-9272
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-9272
Grades: 6-8
| 277 students
Rank: #44.
Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Paseo Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 268-5660
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 268-5660
Grades: 5-8
| 510 students
Rank: #55.
Center Alternative
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8434 Paseo Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 349-3662
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 349-3662
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Rank: #66.
Academy For Integrated Arts
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7910 Troost Ave
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 444-1720
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 444-1720
Grades: PK-6
| 270 students
Rank: #77.
University Academy-lower
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6801 Holmes Rd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-5973
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-5973
Grades: PK-5
| 605 students
Rank: #88.
Center Sr. High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8715 Holmes Rd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 349-3330
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 349-3330
Grades: 9-12
| 695 students
Rank: #99.
Southeast High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3500 E Meyer Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 418-1075
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 418-1075
Grades: 9-12
| 531 students
Rank: #1010.
Hogan Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1331 E. Meyer Blvd.
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 444-3464
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 444-3464
Grades: 9-12
| 324 students
64131, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6401 Rockhill Rd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 926-9110
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 926-9110
Grades: PK-8
| 357 students
B. Banneker Charter Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
8310 Holmes
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 926-9110
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 926-9110
Grades: K-8
| 155 students
8201 Holmes
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 418-1000
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 418-1000
Grades: 6-8
| 485 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64131, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64131, MO include University Academy-upper, Ewing Marion Kauffman High School and University Academy-middle.
How many public schools are located in 64131?
10 public schools are located in 64131.
What percentage of students in 64131 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 64131 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64131?
64131 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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