For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,787 students in 63701, MO (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,434 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 63701, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 63701, MO are Blanchard Elementary School, Alma Schrader Elementary School and Nell Holcomb Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63701 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63701, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63701, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blanchard Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1829 N Sprigg St
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-3030
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-3030
Gr: PK-4 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Alma Schrader Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1360 Randol
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-5310
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-5310
Gr: K-4 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Nell Holcomb Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6547 State Hwy 177
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-3644
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-3644
Gr: PK-8 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Central Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Thilenius
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-6281
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-6281
Gr: 5-6 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Central Jr. High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1910 Whitener St.
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-2923
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-2923
Gr: 7-8 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #66.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1550 Themis
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-5456
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-5456
Gr: PK-4 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #77.
Clippard Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2880 Hopper Rd
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-5720
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-5720
Gr: PK-4 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 63701, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 63701, MO include Blanchard Elementary School, Alma Schrader Elementary School and Nell Holcomb Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 63701?
7 public schools are located in 63701.
What percentage of students in 63701 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 63701 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 63701?
63701 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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