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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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
Parent / Guardian
April 22, 2024
Unless you want Missouri social workers at your door on your kids second day there, especially right after you tell them that your child has mental illness and you’re going through motions on getting... More
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Antonia Middle School
Parent / Guardian
April 21, 2024
I am so lucky to have had my children be part of such an amazing school. The opportunities offered to them academically, the dedication of the teachers to student success, and the amount of... More
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Lafayette High School