For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 3,190 students in 64081, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64081, MO are Longview Farm Elementary School, Cedar Creek Elementary School and Pleasant Lea Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64081 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64081, MO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64081, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Longview Farm Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1001 Sw Longview Park Dr
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-4180
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-4180
Gr: K-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Cedar Creek Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2600 Sw 3rd St
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-1260
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-1260
Gr: K-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Pleasant Lea Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
630 W Persel
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-1175
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-1175
Gr: 6-8 | 905 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Pleasant Lea Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 W Persel
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-1230
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-1230
Gr: K-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
1001 Se Bailey Rd
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-2575
Lees Summit, MO 64081
(816) 986-2575
Gr: 6-8 | 1,051 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 64081, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64081, MO include Longview Farm Elementary School, Cedar Creek Elementary School and Pleasant Lea Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64081?
5 public elementary schools are located in 64081.
What is the racial composition of students in 64081?
64081 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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