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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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 02, 2024
Stay away. The Superintendent and most administrators are very liberal. The education is subpar at most and students are not challenged. I use to work in the district and administration does not... More
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Herculaneum High School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 30, 2024
Sarcoxie is a community who cares for it's youth. Many school officials, teachers, and coaches are involved in more than one community development role. Churches and organizations the area assist with... More
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Sarcoxie High School
Parent / Guardian
April 30, 2024
My two boys ( 8 and 4) have been at the Grade School since the Petite program (for 2 year olds). The boys thrive in the small, close knit environment and enjoy going to school everyday. My oldest has... More
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Notre Dame De Sion School