For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 886 students in 64052, MO.
The top ranked public middle school in 64052, MO is Clifford H. Nowlin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» middle school in zipcode 64052 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 64052, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 64052, MO ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clifford H. Nowlin Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2800 S Hardy Ave
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5380
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5380
Gr: 6-8 | 886 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
64052, Missouri ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2437-2431 S Hardy
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 418-4450
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 418-4450
Gr: PK-6 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 64052, MO?
The top ranked public middle schools in 64052, MO include Clifford H. Nowlin Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 64052?
1 public middle schools are located in 64052.
What is the racial composition of students in 64052?
64052 public middle schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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