Best 64131 Missouri Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 2,134 students in 64131, MO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 64131, MO are University Academy-upper, Ewing Marion Kauffman High School and Center Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 64131 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 64131, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 64131 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is University Academy-upper, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).

Best 64131, MO Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University Academy-upper
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6801 Holmes Rd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-5930
Gr: 9-12 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Ewing Marion Kauffman High School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6401 Paseo Boulevard
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 268-5660
Gr: 9-12 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Center Sr. High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
8715 Holmes Rd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 349-3330
Gr: 9-12 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Hogan Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1331 E. Meyer Blvd.
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 444-3464
Gr: 9-12 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Southeast High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3500 E Meyer Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 418-1075
Gr: 9-12 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Center Academy For Success
Alternative School
8434 Paseo Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 349-3662
Gr: 7-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 64131 Missouri

64131, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
6401 Rockhill Rd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 926-9110
Gr: PK-8 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
8310 Holmes
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 926-9110
Gr: K-8 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
8201 Holmes
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 418-1000
Gr: 6-8 | 485 students Minority enrollment: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 64131, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 64131, MO include University Academy-upper, Ewing Marion Kauffman High School and Center Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in 64131?
6 public high schools are located in 64131.
What is the racial composition of students in 64131?
64131 public high schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).

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