For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 479 students in 65608, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 65608, MO are Ava Middle School and Plainview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 65608 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 65608, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65608, MO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ava Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
507 North Spring Street
Ava, MO 65608
(417) 683-3835
Ava, MO 65608
(417) 683-3835
Gr: 5-8 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Plainview Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
Rte 3 Box 145
Ava, MO 65608
(417) 683-2046
Ava, MO 65608
(417) 683-2046
Gr: PK-8 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 65608, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 65608, MO include Ava Middle School and Plainview Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 65608?
2 public middle schools are located in 65608.
What is the racial composition of students in 65608?
65608 public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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