For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,547 students in 64505, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 22 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 64505, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 64505, MO are Oak Grove Elementary School, John Glenn Elementary School and Pershing Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64505 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64505, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, 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 33% (majority Black).
Best 64505, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4901 Cook Rd
Saint Joseph, MO 64505
(816) 671-4290
Saint Joseph, MO 64505
(816) 671-4290
Gr: PK-6 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
John Glenn Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12401 County Rd 438
Saint Joseph, MO 64505
(816) 279-4533
Saint Joseph, MO 64505
(816) 279-4533
Gr: K-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Pershing Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2610 Blackwell Rd
Saint Joseph, MO 64505
(816) 671-4320
Saint Joseph, MO 64505
(816) 671-4320
Gr: K-6 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Lafayette High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
412 Highland Ave
Saint Joseph, MO 64505
(816) 671-4220
Saint Joseph, MO 64505
(816) 671-4220
Gr: 9-12 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Robidoux Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4212 St Joseph Ave
Saint Joseph, MO 64505
(816) 671-4350
Saint Joseph, MO 64505
(816) 671-4350
Gr: 6-8 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Lindbergh Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2812 St Joseph Ave
Saint Joseph, MO 64505
(816) 671-4250
Saint Joseph, MO 64505
(816) 671-4250
Gr: K-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 64505, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 64505, MO include Oak Grove Elementary School, John Glenn Elementary School and Pershing Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 64505?
6 public schools are located in 64505.
What percentage of students in 64505 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 64505 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64505?
64505 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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