For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,144 students in 64503, MO (there are , serving 45 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 64503, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 64503, MO are Skaith Elementary School, Pickett Elementary School and Spring Garden Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64503 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64503, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64503, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Skaith Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4701 Schoolside Ln
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4370
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4370
Gr: PK-6 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Pickett Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3923 Pickett Rd
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4330
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4330
Gr: PK-6 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Spring Garden Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5802 S 22nd
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4380
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4380
Gr: 6-8 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
64503, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1909 S Twelfth St
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4280
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4280
Gr: PK-6 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 64503, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 64503, MO include Skaith Elementary School, Pickett Elementary School and Spring Garden Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 64503?
3 public schools are located in 64503.
What percentage of students in 64503 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 64503 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64503?
64503 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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