For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 404 students in 64503, MO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 64503, MO is Spring Garden Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 64503 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 64503, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64503, MO Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Garden Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5802 S 22nd
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4380
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4380
Gr: 6-8 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
64503, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1909 S Twelfth St
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4280
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4280
Gr: PK-6 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 64503, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 64503, MO include Spring Garden Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 64503?
1 public middle schools are located in 64503.
What is the racial composition of students in 64503?
64503 public middle schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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