For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,249 students in 64079, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 32 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 64079, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 64079, MO are Compass Elementary School, Platte County High School and Platte City Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64079 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64079, MO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64079, MO Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Compass Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
401 Kentucky
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-0712
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-0712
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Platte County High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1501 Branch St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2822
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2822
Gr: 9-12 | 1,397 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Platte City Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 Pirate Dr
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2036
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2036
Gr: 6-8 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Donald D. Siegrist Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1701 Branch St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5977
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5977
Gr: PK-5 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
Northland Career Center
Vocational School
1801 Branch St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5505
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5505
Gr: 9-12
64079, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1601 Branch St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5808
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5808
Gr: 4-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
1009 Second St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2167
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2167
Gr: K | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 64079, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 64079, MO include Compass Elementary School, Platte County High School and Platte City Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 64079?
5 public schools are located in 64079.
What percentage of students in 64079 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 64079 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64079?
64079 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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