Missouri›Jackson County›Independence
Best Schools in Independence, Missouri
Compare 36 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
36
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
17,970
Total Students
Across Independence
13.7:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
36 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score22%
ELA Assessment Score28%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)13 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.
Filtered Quality Highlights
- ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
- ✓Largest student enrollment is 902 students at Clifford H. Nowlin Middle.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 11:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Osage Trail Middle
publicmiddleGrade 7-8
25102 E. Us 24 Highway, Independence, MO 64056
3.4
Rating
Students
675
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
36%
Math Proficiency
32%
Thomas Hart Benton Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
429 S Leslie, Independence, MO 64050
3.2
Rating
Students
401
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
27%
Santa Fe Trail Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
1301 S Windsor St, Independence, MO 64055
3
Rating
Students
364
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
27%
Fire Prairie Middle
publicmiddleGrade 5-6
25102 E. Us 24 Highway, Independence, MO 64056
3
Rating
Students
713
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
31%
Math Proficiency
29%
Pioneer Ridge Middle
publicmiddleGrade 7-8
1656 S Speck Rd, Independence, MO 64057
2.8
Rating
Students
731
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
23%
Cassell Park Elementary
publicelementaryPK-5
10401 East 31St Street South, Independence, MO 64052
2.5
Rating
Students
362
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
17%
Fairmount Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
120 N Cedar Ave, Independence, MO 64053
2.5
Rating
Students
313
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
22%
William Southern Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
4300 S Phelps Rd, Independence, MO 64055
2.5
Rating
Students
458
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
22%
Bingham Middle
publicmiddleGrade 7-8
1716 S Speck Rd, Independence, MO 64057
2.3
Rating
Students
730
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
19%
Korte Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
2437 S Hardy Ave, Independence, MO 64052
2.3
Rating
Students
444
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
25%
Math Proficiency
20%
Elm Grove Elem.
publicelementaryK-4
25102 E. Us 24 Highway, Independence, MO 64056
2
Rating
Students
305
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
17%
Clifford H. Nowlin Middle
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
2800 S Hardy Ave, Independence, MO 64052
1.9
Rating
Students
902
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
16%
Randall Elem.
publicelementaryPK-5
509 Jennings Rd, Independence, MO 64056
1.7
Rating
Students
284
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
17%
Sunshine Center
publicelementaryPK-PK
18400 East Salisbury Road, Independence, MO 64056
0
Rating
Students
106
Student-Teacher
0:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Hanthorn Early Education
publicelementaryPK-PK
1511 Kings Hwy, Independence, MO 64055
0
Rating
Students
180
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Early Childhood Ctr.
publicelementaryPK-PK
25102 E. Us 24 Highway, Independence, MO 64056
0
Rating
Students
133
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Detailed Overview of Schools in Independence
Independence, Missouri is home to 36 schools serving over 17,970 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Independence, Missouri?
There are 36 schools in Independence, serving 17,970 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in Independence?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Independence include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in Independence?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Independence is 13.7:1.