For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 1,655 students in 64111, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64111, MO are Academie Lafayette Armour Ims, Foreign Language Academy and Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64111 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64111, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64111, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academie Lafayette Armour Ims
Charter School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
201 E Armour Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 800-8771
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 800-8771
Gr: 6-8 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Foreign Language Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3450 Warwick
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 418-6000
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 418-6000
Gr: PK-8 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3435 Broadway Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 499-8000
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 499-8000
Gr: 5-8 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Allen Village Junior Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
706 W 42nd St.
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 931-0177
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 931-0177
Gr: 6-8 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3435 Broadway
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 499-8000
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 499-8000
Gr: PK-4 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Allen Village Elementary Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
706 W 42nd St
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 931-0177
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 931-0177
Gr: 3-5 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Gordon Parks Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3715 Wyoming
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 753-6700
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 753-6700
Gr: PK-4 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
Allen Village Primary Academy
Charter School
706 W 42nd St.
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 931-0177
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 931-0177
Gr: K-2 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Alternative Resource Center
Alternative School
3100 Main St Ste 206
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 759-4662
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 759-4662
Gr: 6-12 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 64111, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64111, MO include Academie Lafayette Armour Ims, Foreign Language Academy and Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64111?
9 public elementary schools are located in 64111.
What is the racial composition of students in 64111?
64111 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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