For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 548 students in 64730, MO.
The top ranked public middle schools in 64730, MO are Butler High School and Ballard High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 64730 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 64730, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 64730, MO Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Butler High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
420 S Fulton St
Butler, MO 64730
(660) 679-6121
Butler, MO 64730
(660) 679-6121
Gr: 6-12 | 492 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Ballard High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10247 Ne State Route 18
Butler, MO 64730
(816) 297-2656
Butler, MO 64730
(816) 297-2656
Gr: 7-12 | 56 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 64730, MO?
The top ranked public middle schools in 64730, MO include Butler High School and Ballard High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 64730?
2 public middle schools are located in 64730.
What is the racial composition of students in 64730?
64730 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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