For the 2026 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 19% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairmount Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Van Horn High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1109 S Arlington Ave
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 521-5360
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 521-5360
Gr: 9-12 | 1,113 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
64053, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
570 Evanston
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 418-4350
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 418-4350
Gr: PK-6 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
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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