4,140
Preschools
2,348
Elementary Schools
1,440
Middle Schools
972
High Schools
2,292
Public District Schools
3,812
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 | 34 schools
Reviews From Schools in Missouri
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Parent / Guardian
March 29, 2024
This district is a joke. Education is their last priority. All they care about is a few select students and their sports complex. My kids went here for a whopping year and learned nothing except... More
Review for
Winfield High School
Parent / Guardian
March 28, 2024
I received the best education as I attended Spring Branch from 1st grade through 6th grade. Also 4 of my children attended Spring Branch. There is a tradition of excellence and family engagement. The... More
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Spring Branch Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
March 27, 2024
Maybe I’m not 100% positive about some of the teachers however I firmly agree most of them are. The dendranelis thing was heard from a friend but I witnessed all of the others.
Review for
Ft. Zumwalt South Middle School