For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 225 students in Burlington Junction, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Burlington Junction, MO are West Nodaway High School and West Nodaway R-i Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Burlington Junction, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Burlington Junction have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 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 Burlington Junction, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Nodaway High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17665 Us Hwy 136
Burlington Junction, MO 64428
(660) 725-3317
Burlington Junction, MO 64428
(660) 725-3317
Gr: 7-12 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
West Nodaway R-i Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17665 Us Hwy 136
Burlington Junction, MO 64428
(660) 725-4126
Burlington Junction, MO 64428
(660) 725-4126
Gr: PK-6 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Burlington Junction, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Burlington Junction, MO include West Nodaway High School and West Nodaway R-i Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Burlington Junction?
2 public schools are located in Burlington Junction.
What is the racial composition of students in Burlington Junction?
Burlington Junction 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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