For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,230 students in 64079, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 32 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 64079, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 64079, MO are Compass Elementary School, Donald D. Siegrist Elementary School and Platte City Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64079 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64079, MO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 64079, MO Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Compass Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 Kentucky
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-0712
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-0712
Grades: PK-5
| 553 students
Rank: #22.
Donald D. Siegrist Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1701 Branch St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5977
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5977
Grades: PK-5
| 661 students
Rank: #33.
Platte City Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 Pirate Dr
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2036
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2036
Grades: 6-8
| 686 students
Rank: #44.
Platte County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1501 Branch St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2822
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2822
Grades: 9-12
| 1,330 students
Rank: n/an/a
Northland Career Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1801 Branch St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5505
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5505
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
64079, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1601 Branch St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5808
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5808
Grades: 4-5
| 437 students
1009 Second St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2167
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2167
Grades: K
| 201 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64079, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64079, MO include Compass Elementary School, Donald D. Siegrist Elementary School and Platte City Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 64079?
5 public schools are located in 64079.
What percentage of students in 64079 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 64079 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64079?
64079 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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