For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 2,927 students in 64056, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64056, MO are Buckner Elementary School, Lewis And Clark Learning Center and Blue 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 64056 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64056, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64056, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buckner Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25102 E. Us 24 Highway
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7300
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7300
Gr: K-4 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Lewis And Clark Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25102 E. Us 24 Highway
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7708
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7708
Gr: K-12
Rank: #33.
Blue Hills Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25102 E. Us 24 Highway
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7440
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7440
Gr: K-4 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Cler-mont Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
25102 E. Us 24 Highway
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7350
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7350
Gr: K-4 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #55.
Spring Branch Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
20404 E Truman Rd
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 521-5455
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 521-5455
Gr: PK-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #66.
Indian Trails Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
25102 E. Us 24 Highway
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7645
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7645
Gr: PK-4 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #77.
Fire Prairie Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
25102 E. Us 24 Highway
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7158
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7158
Gr: 5-6 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #88.
Randall Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
509 Jennings Rd
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 521-5445
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 521-5445
Gr: PK-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #99.
Elm Grove Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
25102 E. Us 24 Highway
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7400
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7400
Gr: K-4 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 64056, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64056, MO include Buckner Elementary School, Lewis And Clark Learning Center and Blue Hills Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64056?
9 public elementary schools are located in 64056.
What is the racial composition of students in 64056?
64056 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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