For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,559 students in 64507, MO (there are 2 private schools, serving 322 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 64507, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 64507, MO are Ellison Elementary School, Parkway Elementary School and Truman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64507 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64507, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64507, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ellison Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
45 Se 85th Rd
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 667-5316
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 667-5316
Gr: K-6 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Parkway Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Duncan
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4310
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4310
Gr: K-6 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Truman Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3227 Olive
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4400
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4400
Gr: 7-8 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Helen M Davis School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Scott St
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 387-2986
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 387-2986
Gr: K-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
705 S 31st St
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4270
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4270
Gr: PK | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
5910 Mitchell Ave
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 390-9801
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 390-9801
Gr: 6-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 64507, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 64507, MO include Ellison Elementary School, Parkway Elementary School and Truman Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 64507?
6 public schools are located in 64507.
What percentage of students in 64507 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 64507 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64507?
64507 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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