For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 446 students in Bismarck, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Bismarck, MO are Bismarck R-v Elementary School and Bismarck R-v High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bismarck, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Bismarck have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bismarck, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bismarck R-v Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
165 Campus Drive
Bismarck, MO 63624
(573) 734-6111
Bismarck, MO 63624
(573) 734-6111
Gr: PK-5 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Bismarck R-v High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
165 Campus Drive
Bismarck, MO 63624
(573) 734-6111
Bismarck, MO 63624
(573) 734-6111
Gr: 6-12 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bismarck, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Bismarck, MO include Bismarck R-v Elementary School and Bismarck R-v High School.
How many public schools are located in Bismarck?
2 public schools are located in Bismarck.
What is the racial composition of students in Bismarck?
Bismarck public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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