4,140
Preschools
2,347
Elementary Schools
1,440
Middle Schools
971
High Schools
2,293
Public District Schools
3,811
Private Schools
6,185
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Missouri based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Missouri at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Missouri offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Missouri
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Springfield R-Xii School District
23,731 students | SPRINGFIELD, MO
Grades PK, K-12 | 54 schools -
Rockwood R-Vi School District
19,822 students | EUREKA, MO
Grades PK, K-12 | 31 schools -
North Kansas City 74 School District
19,673 students | KANSAS CITY, MO
Grades PK, K-12 | 34 schools -
St. Louis City School District
19,299 students | ST. LOUIS, MO
Grades PK, K-12 | 75 schools -
Columbia 93 School District
18,145 students | COLUMBIA, MO
Grades PK, K-12 | 35 schools
Reviews From Schools in Missouri
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Teacher
April 23, 2024
I wouldn't send my child there if that was the last school on earth it's a really bad school shut it down with them jumping each other they will be a school shooting that is one the worst school in... More
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Vashon High School
Parent / Guardian
April 23, 2024
My son went to this school for 2 months. The third and fifth-grade "teachers" (later found out they are not licensed to teach, SCREAMED at the children all day. My son was not "allowed" to use the... More
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Grace Chapel Lutheran School
Parent / Guardian
April 23, 2024
My grandson has been bullied by the same kid since he transferred there, with no action being taken against the boy until it blew up. My grandsons mother has called numerous times & I (grandmother)... More
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Maple Park Middle School