For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,443 students in 64053, MO.
The top ranked public schools in 64053, MO are Fairmount Elementary School and Van Horn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64053 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64053, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64053, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fairmount Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
120 N Cedar Ave
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 521-5405
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 521-5405
Grades: PK-5
| 330 students
Rank: #22.
Van Horn High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1109 S Arlington Ave
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 521-5360
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 521-5360
Grades: 9-12
| 1,113 students
64053, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
570 Evanston
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 418-4350
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 418-4350
Grades: PK-6
| 362 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64053, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64053, MO include Fairmount Elementary School and Van Horn High School.
How many public schools are located in 64053?
2 public schools are located in 64053.
What is the racial composition of students in 64053?
64053 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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