For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,337 students in California, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in California, MO are California Middle School, California High School and California Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
California, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in California have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in California, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
California Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
211 S Owen St
California, MO 65018
(573) 796-2146
California, MO 65018
(573) 796-2146
Gr: 5-8 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
California High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1501 W Buchanan St
California, MO 65018
(573) 796-4911
California, MO 65018
(573) 796-4911
Gr: 9-12 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
California Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
101 S Owen St
California, MO 65018
(573) 796-2161
California, MO 65018
(573) 796-2161
Gr: PK-4 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in California, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in California, MO include California Middle School, California High School and California Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in California?
3 public schools are located in California.
What is the racial composition of students in California?
California public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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