For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,053 students in 64138, MO (there are 3 private schools, serving 470 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 64138, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 64138, MO are Southwood Elementary School, Raytown South Sr. High School and Millennium At Sante Fe. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64138 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64138, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64138, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwood Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8015 Raytown Rd
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7280
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7280
Gr: K-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Raytown South Sr. High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8211 Sterling Ave
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7330
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7330
Gr: 9-12 | 1,179 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Millennium At Sante Fe
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8908 Old Santa Fe Rd
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7950
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7950
Gr: K-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Dobbs Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9400 Eastern
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7800
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7800
Gr: K-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
South Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8401 E 83rd St
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7380
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7380
Gr: 6-8 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #66.
Spring Valley Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8838 E 83rd St
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7270
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7270
Gr: K-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
Westridge Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8500 E 77th St
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7290
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7290
Gr: K-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
Herndon Career Center
Vocational School
11501 E 350 Hwy
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7140
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7140
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
9010a Old Santa Fe Rd
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7700
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7700
Gr: 6-8 | 652 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Raytown Education Center
Alternative School
10750 E 350 Hwy
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7180
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7180
Gr: 1-12
64138, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9010b Old Santa Fe Road
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7300
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7300
Gr: 9 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
9010 Old Santa Fe Road
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7300
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7300
Gr: 8-9 | 948 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 64138, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 64138, MO include Southwood Elementary School, Raytown South Sr. High School and Millennium At Sante Fe.
How many public schools are located in 64138?
10 public schools are located in 64138.
What percentage of students in 64138 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 64138 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64138?
64138 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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