For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,638 students in 64055, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64055, MO are William Yates Elementary School, John W. Luff Elementary School and Sycamore Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64055 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64055, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64055, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William Yates Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3600 Davidson Rd
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 874-3740
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 874-3740
Gr: K-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
John W. Luff Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3700 S Delaware Ave
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5415
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5415
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Sycamore Hills Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
15208 E 39th St S
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5465
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5465
Gr: PK-5 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Glendale Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2611 S Lee's Summit Rd
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5510
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5510
Gr: PK-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #55.
William Southern Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4300 S Phelps Rd
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5475
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5475
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #66.
Santa Fe Trail Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1301 S Windsor St
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5450
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5450
Gr: PK-5 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 64055, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64055, MO include William Yates Elementary School, John W. Luff Elementary School and Sycamore Hills Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64055?
6 public elementary schools are located in 64055.
What is the racial composition of students in 64055?
64055 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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