For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,667 students in 64504, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 115 private students). 94% 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 17% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64504, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hyde Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
509 Thompson
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4210
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4210
Gr: K-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Benton High School
(Math: ≤5% | 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
Gr: 9-12 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Hosea Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Gordon St
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4180
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4180
Gr: K-5 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
1800 Alabama
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4009
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4009
Gr: PK | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
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?
94% 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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