For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,869 students in 65605, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 57 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 65605, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 65605, MO are Aurora High School, Robinson School and Aurora Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65605 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65605, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65605, MO Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aurora High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
305 W Prospect St
Aurora, MO 65605
(417) 678-3355
Aurora, MO 65605
(417) 678-3355
Gr: 9-12 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Robinson School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1044 S Lincoln Ave
Aurora, MO 65605
(417) 678-5651
Aurora, MO 65605
(417) 678-5651
Gr: 3-6 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Aurora Jr. High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 W Olive
Aurora, MO 65605
(417) 678-3630
Aurora, MO 65605
(417) 678-3630
Gr: 7-8 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
400 Terrace Dr
Aurora, MO 65605
(417) 678-1552
Aurora, MO 65605
(417) 678-1552
Gr: PK-2 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
65605, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 65605, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 65605, MO include Aurora High School, Robinson School and Aurora Jr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 65605?
4 public schools are located in 65605.
What percentage of students in 65605 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 65605 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65605?
65605 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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