For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,080 students in 64128, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in 64128, MO are Contract, Central High School and Hope Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64128 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64128, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64128, MO Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Contract
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3708 Linwood
Kansas City, MO 64128
(816) 418-2200
Kansas City, MO 64128
(816) 418-2200
Gr: PK-12 | 40 students Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Central High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3221 Indiana
Kansas City, MO 64128
(816) 418-2005
Kansas City, MO 64128
(816) 418-2005
Gr: 9-12 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Hope Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2800 E. Linwood Blvd.
Kansas City, MO 64128
(816) 921-1213
Kansas City, MO 64128
(816) 921-1213
Gr: K-5 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Central Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3611 East Linwood
Kansas City, MO 64128
(816) 418-2100
Kansas City, MO 64128
(816) 418-2100
Gr: 7-8 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
64128, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3640 Benton Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64128
(816) 418-2850
Kansas City, MO 64128
(816) 418-2850
Gr: PK-8
Teenage Parents Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
5419 East 36th St
Kansas City, MO 64128
(816) 418-6875
Kansas City, MO 64128
(816) 418-6875
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 64128, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 64128, MO include Contract, Central High School and Hope Leadership Academy.
How many public schools are located in 64128?
4 public schools are located in 64128.
What is the racial composition of students in 64128?
64128 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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