For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,514 students in 64089, MO (there are 2 private schools, serving 276 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 64089, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 64089, MO are Horizon Elementary School, Smithville High School and Maple Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64089 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64089, MO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64089, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Horizon Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
695 S Commercial Ave
Smithville, MO 64089
(816) 532-4566
Smithville, MO 64089
(816) 532-4566
Gr: K-6 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Smithville High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
645 S Commercial Ave
Smithville, MO 64089
(816) 532-0405
Smithville, MO 64089
(816) 532-0405
Gr: 9-12 | 845 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Maple Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
600 Maple St
Smithville, MO 64089
(816) 532-0589
Smithville, MO 64089
(816) 532-0589
Gr: PK-6 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Eagle Heights Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18801 Eagle Parkway
Smithville, MO 64089
(816) 532-5959
Smithville, MO 64089
(816) 532-5959
Gr: K-6 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Smithville Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
675 S Commercial Ave
Smithville, MO 64089
(816) 532-1122
Smithville, MO 64089
(816) 532-1122
Gr: 7-8 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 64089, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 64089, MO include Horizon Elementary School, Smithville High School and Maple Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 64089?
5 public schools are located in 64089.
What percentage of students in 64089 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 64089 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64089?
64089 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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