For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,243 students in 64701, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64701, MO are Briarwood School, Harrisonville Elementary School and Harrisonville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64701 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64701, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64701, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Briarwood School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1801 S James
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 884-4707
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 884-4707
Gr: K-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Harrisonville Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
101 Meghan Dr
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-4131
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-4131
Gr: 1-3 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Harrisonville Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 S Highland
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-7654
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-7654
Gr: 6-8 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Mceowen Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1901 S Halsey Ave
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-4545
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-4545
Gr: 4-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Everett Wade Juvenile Center
Alternative School
503 S Lexington
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-2727
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 380-2727
Gr: K-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
64701, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Briarwood (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1801 South James
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 884-4707
Harrisonville, MO 64701
(816) 884-4707
Gr: Inquire with school | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 64701, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64701, MO include Briarwood School, Harrisonville Elementary School and Harrisonville Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64701?
5 public elementary schools are located in 64701.
What is the racial composition of students in 64701?
64701 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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