For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 579 students in 63436, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 63436, MO are 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 elementary schools in zipcode 63436 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 63436, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 63436, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ralls County Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
21700 Hwy 19
Center, MO 63436
(573) 267-3341
Center, MO 63436
(573) 267-3341
Grades: PK-5
| 384 students
Rank: #22.
Mark Twain Jr. High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
21622 Hwy 19
Center, MO 63436
(573) 267-3397
Center, MO 63436
(573) 267-3397
Grades: 6-8
| 195 students
63436, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
601 E Hawkins
Center, MO 63436
(573) 267-3341
Center, MO 63436
(573) 267-3341
Grades: PK-5
| 152 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 63436, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 63436, MO include Ralls County Elementary School and Mark Twain Jr. High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 63436?
2 public elementary schools are located in 63436.
What is the racial composition of students in 63436?
63436 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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