For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,101 students in 64060, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 64060, MO are Kearney Jr. High School and Kearney Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 64060 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 64060, MO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64060, MO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kearney Jr. High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2215 S Campus St
Kearney, MO 64060
(816) 628-2650
Kearney, MO 64060
(816) 628-2650
Gr: 8-9 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Kearney Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 E 5th St
Kearney, MO 64060
(816) 628-4115
Kearney, MO 64060
(816) 628-4115
Gr: 6-7 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 64060, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 64060, MO include Kearney Jr. High School and Kearney Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 64060?
2 public middle schools are located in 64060.
What is the racial composition of students in 64060?
64060 public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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