For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 549 students in Center, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Center, 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.
Center, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Center have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Center, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
Center, 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 elementary schools in Center, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Center, MO include Ralls County Elementary School and Mark Twain Jr. High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Center?
2 public elementary schools are located in Center.
What is the racial composition of students in Center?
Center public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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