For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,662 students in 64131, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64131, MO are Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle School, University Academy-middle and University Academy-lower. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64131 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64131, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64131, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Paseo Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 268-5660
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 268-5660
Gr: 5-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
University Academy-middle
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6801 Holmes Rd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-9272
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-9272
Gr: 6-8 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
University Academy-lower
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6801 Holmes Rd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-5973
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-5973
Gr: PK-5 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Academy For Integrated Arts
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7910 Troost Ave
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 444-1720
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 444-1720
Gr: PK-6 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
64131, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6401 Rockhill Rd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 926-9110
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 926-9110
Gr: PK-8 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
B. Banneker Charter Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
8310 Holmes
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 926-9110
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 926-9110
Gr: K-8 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
8201 Holmes
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 418-1000
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 418-1000
Gr: 6-8 | 485 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 64131, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64131, MO include Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle School, University Academy-middle and University Academy-lower.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64131?
4 public elementary schools are located in 64131.
What is the racial composition of students in 64131?
64131 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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