Districts in Clay County6 districts, sorted by rating
| District | City | Rating | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri City 56 School District | Missouri | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 1 |
| Smithville R-II School District | Smithville | 10/10 Excellent · 95th pct | 3 |
| Kearney R-I School District | Kearney | 10/10 Excellent · 93rd pct | 3 |
| Liberty 53 School District | Liberty | 9/10 Excellent · 82nd pct | 3 |
| North Kansas City 74 School District | Kansas City | 8/10 Good · 79th pct | 7 |
| Excelsior Springs 40 School District | Excelsior Springs | 4/10 Below Average · 30th pct | 1 |
Zip Codes in Clay County
School Districts in Clay County, Missouri
Clay County has 6 public school districts covering 18 zip codes. The top-rated district in Clay County is Missouri City 56 School District (10/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (Missouri MAP 2025 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Missouri. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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