For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 546 students in 64507, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 64507, MO are Truman Middle School and Helen M Davis School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 64507 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 64507, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64507, MO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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
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 middle schools in 64507, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 64507, MO include Truman Middle School and Helen M Davis School.
How many public middle schools are located in 64507?
3 public middle schools are located in 64507.
What is the racial composition of students in 64507?
64507 public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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