For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 733 students in Adrian, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Adrian, MO are Adrian Elementary School and Adrian Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Adrian, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Adrian have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Adrian, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Adrian Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 N Houston
Adrian, MO 64720
(816) 297-2158
Adrian, MO 64720
(816) 297-2158
Gr: PK-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Adrian Sr. High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 N Houston
Adrian, MO 64720
(816) 297-4460
Adrian, MO 64720
(816) 297-4460
Gr: 6-12 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Adrian, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Adrian, MO include Adrian Elementary School and Adrian Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in Adrian?
2 public schools are located in Adrian.
What is the racial composition of students in Adrian?
Adrian public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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