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Best 64109 Missouri Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,779 students in 64109, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64109, MO are B W Sheperd School, Lincoln College Academy Middle School and Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64109 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64109, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).

Best 64109, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
B W Sheperd School
Special Education School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2727 Tracy Ave
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 889-3502
Gr: K-12
Rank: #22.
Lincoln College Academy Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2012 E 23rd Street
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-1500
Gr: 6-8 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3421 Cherry St
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 888-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Faxon Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1320 E 32nd Terr
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-6525
Gr: PK-6 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Lee A. Tolbert Com. Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3400 Paseo Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 561-0114
Gr: PK-8 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 64109 Missouri

64109, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
B W Sheperd (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2727 Tracy Avenue
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 842-4644
Gr: Inquire with school | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Faxon Montessori (Closed 2011)
1320 East 32nd Terr
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-6525
Gr: PK-6
George B. Longan French Magnet (Closed 2011)
Magnet School
3421 Cherry
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-6425
Gr: K-8
Longfellow Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
2830 Holmes
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-5325
Gr: PK-6 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Richardson Elementary School (Closed 2011)
3515 Park
Kansas City, MO 64109
(816) 418-2650
Gr: PK-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 64109, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64109, MO include B W Sheperd School, Lincoln College Academy Middle School and Academie Lafayette Cherry Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64109?
5 public elementary schools are located in 64109.
What is the racial composition of students in 64109?
64109 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).

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