For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 824 students in 64131, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 64131, MO are Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle School and University Academy-middle. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 64131 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 64131, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64131, MO Public Middle 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: n/an/a
Center Academy For Success
Alternative School
8434 Paseo Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 349-3662
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 349-3662
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 64131, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 64131, MO include Ewing Marion Kauffman Middle School and University Academy-middle.
How many public middle schools are located in 64131?
3 public middle schools are located in 64131.
What is the racial composition of students in 64131?
64131 public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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