For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,575 students in 64056, MO.
The top ranked public high schools in 64056, MO are Lewis And Clark Learning Center and Fort Osage High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 64056 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 64056, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 64056 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fort Osage High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best 64056, MO Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lewis And Clark Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25102 E. Us 24 Highway
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7708
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7708
Gr: K-12
Rank: #22.
Fort Osage High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25102 E. Us 24 Highway
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7030
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7030
Gr: 9-12 | 1,575 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
Car. Tech. Ctr. At Ft. Osage
Vocational School
25102 E. Us 24 Highway
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7180
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7180
Gr: 11-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 64056, MO?
The top ranked public high schools in 64056, MO include Lewis And Clark Learning Center and Fort Osage High School.
How many public high schools are located in 64056?
3 public high schools are located in 64056.
What is the racial composition of students in 64056?
64056 public high schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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