For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,712 students in 64501, MO (there are , serving 272 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 64501, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 64501, MO are Carden Park Elementary School, Central High School and Edison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64501 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64501, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64501, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carden Park Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1510 Duncan
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4160
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4160
Gr: PK-6 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Central High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2602 Edmond
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4080
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4080
Gr: 9-12 | 1,720 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Edison Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
515 N 22nd
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4110
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4110
Gr: PK-6 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
64501, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1211 N 18th St
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4410
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4410
Gr: PK-6 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 64501, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 64501, MO include Carden Park Elementary School, Central High School and Edison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 64501?
3 public schools are located in 64501.
What percentage of students in 64501 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 64501 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64501?
64501 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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