For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,917 students in 64057, MO.
The top ranked public schools in 64057, MO are Blackburn Elementary School, Bridger Middle School and Little Blue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 64057 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64057, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64057, MO ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blackburn Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17302 E R D Mize Rd
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5395
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5395
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Bridger Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
18200 E M-78 Hwy
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5375
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5375
Gr: 6 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Little Blue Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Quail Drive
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5480
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5480
Gr: PK-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Pioneer Ridge Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1656 S Speck Rd
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5385
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5385
Gr: 7-8 | 817 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
Bingham Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1716 S Speck Rd
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5490
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5490
Gr: 7-8 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64057, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64057, MO include Blackburn Elementary School, Bridger Middle School and Little Blue Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 64057?
5 public schools are located in 64057.
What is the racial composition of students in 64057?
64057 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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