For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 992 students in 64501, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64501, MO are Carden Park Elementary School and Edison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64501 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64501, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64501, MO Public Elementary 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.
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 elementary schools in 64501, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64501, MO include Carden Park Elementary School and Edison Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64501?
2 public elementary schools are located in 64501.
What is the racial composition of students in 64501?
64501 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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