For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 992 students in 64501, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64501, MO are Carden Park Elementary School and Edison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64501 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64501, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64501, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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: PK-6
| 604 students
Rank: #22.
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
| 388 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 elementary schools in 64501, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64501, MO include Carden Park Elementary School and Edison Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64501?
2 public elementary schools are located in 64501.
What is the racial composition of students in 64501?
64501 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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