For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 886 students in 64052, MO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 64052, MO is Clifford H. Nowlin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 64052 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 64052, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 64052, MO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clifford H. Nowlin Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2800 S Hardy Ave
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5380
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5380
Gr: 6-8 | 886 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
64052, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2437-2431 S Hardy
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 418-4450
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 418-4450
Gr: PK-6 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 64052, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 64052, MO include Clifford H. Nowlin Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 64052?
1 public middle schools are located in 64052.
What is the racial composition of students in 64052?
64052 public middle schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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