For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 496 students in 63703, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 63703, MO are Parkview School and Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 63703 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 63703, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 63703, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parkview School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1020 S Parkway Dr
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 290-5799
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 290-5799
Gr: K-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
520 S Minnesota
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 334-2030
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 334-2030
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
3445 Armstrong Dr
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 290-5814
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 290-5814
Gr: 6-12
63703, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Parkview (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1020 South Parkway Drive
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 290-5799
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 290-5799
Gr: Inquire with school | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 63703, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 63703, MO include Parkview School and Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 63703?
3 public elementary schools are located in 63703.
What is the racial composition of students in 63703?
63703 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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