Best 64501 Missouri Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,712 students in 64501, MO (there are 2 private schools, serving 272 private students). 91% 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 26% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64501, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.

Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).