For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,263 students in 64052, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64052, MO are Three Trails Elementary School, Procter Elementary School and Cassell Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64052 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64052, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64052, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Three Trails Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11801 E 32nd St S
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5470
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5470
Grades: PK-5
| 347 students
Rank: #22.
Procter Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1403 W Linden Ave
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5440
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5440
Grades: PK-5
| 200 students
Rank: #33.
Cassell Park Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10401 East 31st Street South
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5540
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5540
Grades: PK-5
| 370 students
Rank: #44.
Korte Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2437 S Hardy Ave
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5430
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5430
Grades: PK-5
| 460 students
Rank: #55.
Clifford H. Nowlin Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2800 S Hardy Ave
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5380
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5380
Grades: 6-8
| 886 students
64052, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2437-2431 S Hardy
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 418-4450
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 418-4450
Grades: PK-6
| 538 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 64052, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64052, MO include Three Trails Elementary School, Procter Elementary School and Cassell Park Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64052?
5 public elementary schools are located in 64052.
What is the racial composition of students in 64052?
64052 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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