For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,808 students in 64079, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64079, MO are Compass Elementary School, Platte City Middle School and Donald D. Siegrist Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64079 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64079, MO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64079, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
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 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
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 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
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 elementary schools in 64079, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64079, MO include Compass Elementary School, Platte City Middle School and Donald D. Siegrist Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64079?
3 public elementary schools are located in 64079.
What is the racial composition of students in 64079?
64079 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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