For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 86 students in Bunceton, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 23 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in Bunceton, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Bunceton, MO are Bunceton Elementary School and Bunceton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bunceton, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Bunceton have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bunceton, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bunceton Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 E Main
Bunceton, MO 65237
(660) 427-5415
Bunceton, MO 65237
(660) 427-5415
Grades: PK-6
| 53 students
Rank: #22.
Bunceton High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 E. Main
Bunceton, MO 65237
(660) 427-5415
Bunceton, MO 65237
(660) 427-5415
Grades: 7-12
| 33 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bunceton, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Bunceton, MO include Bunceton Elementary School and Bunceton High School.
How many public schools are located in Bunceton?
2 public schools are located in Bunceton.
What percentage of students in Bunceton go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in Bunceton are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bunceton?
Bunceton public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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