For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,874 students in 64138, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64138, MO are Southwood Elementary School, Millennium At Sante Fe and Dobbs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64138 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64138, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64138, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwood Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8015 Raytown Rd
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7280
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7280
Gr: K-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Millennium At Sante Fe
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8908 Old Santa Fe Rd
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7950
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7950
Gr: K-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Dobbs Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9400 Eastern
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7800
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7800
Gr: K-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
South Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8401 E 83rd St
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7380
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7380
Gr: 6-8 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Spring Valley Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8838 E 83rd St
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7270
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7270
Gr: K-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Westridge Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8500 E 77th St
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7290
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7290
Gr: K-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
9010a Old Santa Fe Rd
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7700
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7700
Gr: 6-8 | 652 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Raytown Education Center
Alternative School
10750 E 350 Hwy
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7180
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 268-7180
Gr: 1-12
64138, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9010b Old Santa Fe Road
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7300
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7300
Gr: 9 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
9010 Old Santa Fe Road
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7300
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 316-7300
Gr: 8-9 | 948 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 64138, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64138, MO include Southwood Elementary School, Millennium At Sante Fe and Dobbs Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64138?
8 public elementary schools are located in 64138.
What is the racial composition of students in 64138?
64138 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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