For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 800 students in 63436, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in 63436, MO are Mark Twain Sr. High School, Ralls County Elementary School and Mark Twain Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63436 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63436, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63436, MO Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mark Twain Sr. High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
21622 Hwy 19
Center, MO 63436
(573) 267-3397
Center, MO 63436
(573) 267-3397
Gr: 9-12 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Ralls County Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21700 Hwy 19
Center, MO 63436
(573) 267-3341
Center, MO 63436
(573) 267-3341
Gr: PK-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Mark Twain Jr. High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21622 Hwy 19
Center, MO 63436
(573) 267-3397
Center, MO 63436
(573) 267-3397
Gr: 6-8 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
63436, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
601 E Hawkins
Center, MO 63436
(573) 267-3341
Center, MO 63436
(573) 267-3341
Gr: PK-5 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 63436, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 63436, MO include Mark Twain Sr. High School, Ralls County Elementary School and Mark Twain Jr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 63436?
3 public schools are located in 63436.
What is the racial composition of students in 63436?
63436 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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