For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 163 students in Alma, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 105 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in Alma, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public school in Alma, MO is Santa Fe High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alma, MO public school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Alma have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Alma, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Santa Fe High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
108 N Chiefs
Alma, MO 64001
(660) 674-2236
Alma, MO 64001
(660) 674-2236
Gr: 7-12 | 163 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Alma, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Alma, MO include Santa Fe High School.
How many public schools are located in Alma?
1 public schools are located in Alma.
What percentage of students in Alma go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in Alma are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Alma?
Alma public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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