For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,646 students in 64504, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 115 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 64504, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 64504, MO are Hyde Elementary School, Benton High School and Hosea Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64504 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64504, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64504, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hyde Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
509 Thompson
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4210
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4210
Grades: K-5
| 355 students
Rank: #22.
Benton High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5655 S Fourth
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4030
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4030
Grades: 9-12
| 702 students
Rank: #33.
Hosea Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Gordon St
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4180
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4180
Grades: K-5
| 406 students
Rank: n/an/a
1800 Alabama
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4009
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4009
Grades: PK
| 183 students
64504, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1800 Alabama
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4240
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4240
Grades: PK-6
| 315 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64504, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64504, MO include Hyde Elementary School, Benton High School and Hosea Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 64504?
4 public schools are located in 64504.
What percentage of students in 64504 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 64504 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64504?
64504 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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