For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 790 students in 64424, MO.
The top ranked public schools in 64424, MO are South Harrison High School, South Harrison Elementary School and South Harrison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64424 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64424, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64424, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Harrison High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3400 Bulldog Ave
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-8051
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-8051
Gr: 9-12 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
South Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2213 Beekman
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-8061
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-8061
Gr: K-4 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
South Harrison Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3400 Bulldog Ave
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-7467
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-7467
Gr: 5-8 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
North Central Career Center
Vocational School
1401 Daily Rd
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-2196
Bethany, MO 64424
(660) 425-2196
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64424, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64424, MO include South Harrison High School, South Harrison Elementary School and South Harrison Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 64424?
5 public schools are located in 64424.
What is the racial composition of students in 64424?
64424 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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