For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,185 students in 64138, MO.
The top ranked public middle school in 64138, MO is South Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 64138 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 64138, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 64138, MO Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: 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 middle schools in 64138, MO?
The top ranked public middle schools in 64138, MO include South Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 64138?
3 public middle schools are located in 64138.
What is the racial composition of students in 64138?
64138 public middle schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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