For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,613 students in 64501, MO (there are 2 private schools, serving 326 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 64501, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 64501, MO are Carden Park Elementary School, Central High School and Edison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64501 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64501, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 64501, MO Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carden Park Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1510 Duncan
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4160
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4160
Grades: K-6
| 568 students
Rank: #22.
Central High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2602 Edmond
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4080
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4080
Grades: 9-12
| 1,730 students
Rank: #33.
Edison Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
515 N 22nd
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4110
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4110
Grades: PK-6
| 315 students
64501, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1211 N 18th St
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4410
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4410
Grades: PK-6
| 264 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64501, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64501, MO include Carden Park Elementary School, Central High School and Edison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 64501, MO?
3 public schools are located in 64501, MO.
What percentage of students in 64501, MO go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 64501, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64501, MO?
64501, MO public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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