For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 259 students in 64742, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64742, MO are Drexel Elementary School and Drexel High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64742 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64742, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64742, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Drexel Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
207 S Fourth St
Drexel, MO 64742
(816) 652-0402
Drexel, MO 64742
(816) 652-0402
Gr: K-5 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Drexel High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
207 S Fourth St
Drexel, MO 64742
(816) 652-0402
Drexel, MO 64742
(816) 652-0402
Gr: 6-12 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 64742, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64742, MO include Drexel Elementary School and Drexel High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64742?
2 public elementary schools are located in 64742.
What is the racial composition of students in 64742?
64742 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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