For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 827 students in 64062, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64062, MO are Southwest Elementary School and Lawson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64062 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64062, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64062, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwest Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
307 W Moss St
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7272
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7272
Gr: PK-4 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #22.
Lawson Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
602 Bob Gill Dr
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7279
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7279
Gr: 5-8 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
25610 Park Rd North
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 781-8786
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 781-8786
Gr: 6-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 64062, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64062, MO include Southwest Elementary School and Lawson Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64062?
3 public elementary schools are located in 64062.
What is the racial composition of students in 64062?
64062 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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