For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,524 students in 64507, MO (there are 2 private schools, serving 270 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 64507, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 64507, MO are Ellison Elementary School, Parkway Elementary School and Truman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64507 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64507, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64507, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ellison Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
45 Se 85th Rd
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 667-5316
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 667-5316
Grades: K-6
| 360 students
Rank: #22.
Parkway Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Duncan
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4310
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4310
Grades: K-6
| 429 students
Rank: #33.
Truman Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3227 Olive
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4400
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4400
Grades: 7-8
| 478 students
Rank: #44.
Helen M Davis School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Scott St
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 387-2986
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 387-2986
Grades: K-12
| 42 students
Rank: n/an/a
705 S 31st St
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4270
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4270
Grades: PK
| 195 students
Rank: n/an/a
5910 Mitchell Ave
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 390-9801
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 390-9801
Grades: 6-12
| 20 students
64507, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2509 Duncan
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4160
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4160
Grades: PK-6
| 276 students
Helen M Davis (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2900 Scott Street
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 232-1446
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 232-1446
Grades: Inquire with school
| 72 students
705 S 31st St
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4270
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4270
Grades: K-6
| 315 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64507, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64507, MO include Ellison Elementary School, Parkway Elementary School and Truman Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 64507?
6 public schools are located in 64507.
What percentage of students in 64507 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 64507 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64507?
64507 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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