For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,677 students in 64131, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64131, MO are Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle School, University Academy-middle and University Academy-lower. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64131 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64131, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64131, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Paseo Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 268-5660
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 268-5660
Gr: 5-8 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
University Academy-middle
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6801 Holmes Rd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-9272
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-9272
Gr: 6-8 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
University Academy-lower
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6801 Holmes Rd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-5973
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 412-5973
Gr: PK-5 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Academy For Integrated Arts
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7910 Troost Ave
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 444-1720
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 444-1720
Gr: PK-6 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 64131, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64131, MO include Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle School, University Academy-middle and University Academy-lower.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64131?
4 public elementary schools are located in 64131.
What is the racial composition of students in 64131?
64131 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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