For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,690 students in 64116, MO.
The top ranked public high school in 64116, MO is North Kansas City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 64116 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 64116, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 64116 have a Graduation Rate of 98%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Kansas City High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best 64116, MO Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Kansas City High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
620 E 23rd Ave
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 321-5310
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 321-5310
Gr: 9-12 | 1,690 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
Center For Educ. Development
Alternative School
2000 Ne 46th St
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 413-5000
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 413-5000
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 64116, MO?
The top ranked public high schools in 64116, MO include North Kansas City High School.
How many public high schools are located in 64116?
2 public high schools are located in 64116.
What is the racial composition of students in 64116?
64116 public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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