For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 664 students in 64123, MO (there are , serving 160 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 64123, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 64123, MO are Gladstone Elementary School and James Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64123 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64123, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64123, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gladstone Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
335 N Elmwood
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3285
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3285
Gr: PK-6 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
James Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5810 Scarritt
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3650
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3650
Gr: PK-6 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
64123, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 64123, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 64123, MO include Gladstone Elementary School and James Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 64123?
2 public schools are located in 64123.
What percentage of students in 64123 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 64123 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64123?
64123 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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