For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,441 students in 64050, MO.
The top ranked public high schools in 64050, MO are Independence Academy, William Chrisman High School and Day Treatment. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» high schools in zipcode 64050 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 64050, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» high school in zipcode 64050 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is William Chrisman High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best 64050, MO ÎÛÎÛÂþ» High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Independence Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 W Mechanic Ave
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5505
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5505
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
William Chrisman High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1223 N Noland Rd
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5355
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5355
Gr: 9-12 | 1,441 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Day Treatment
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
600 W Mechanic Ave
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5508
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5508
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 64050, MO?
The top ranked public high schools in 64050, MO include Independence Academy, William Chrisman High School and Day Treatment.
How many public high schools are located in 64050?
3 public high schools are located in 64050.
What is the racial composition of students in 64050?
64050 public high schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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