For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,343 students in 65240, MO (there are 2 private schools, serving 186 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 65240, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65240, MO are Centralia High School, Chester Boren Middle School and Centralia Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65240 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65240, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65240, MO Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centralia High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
849 S Jefferson
Centralia, MO 65240
(573) 682-3508
Centralia, MO 65240
(573) 682-3508
Gr: 9-12 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Chester Boren Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
110 N Jefferson
Centralia, MO 65240
(573) 682-2617
Centralia, MO 65240
(573) 682-2617
Gr: 6-8 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Centralia Intermediate
(Math: 37% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
550 W Lakeview
Centralia, MO 65240
(573) 682-3451
Centralia, MO 65240
(573) 682-3451
Gr: 3-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
510 S Rollins
Centralia, MO 65240
(573) 682-2014
Centralia, MO 65240
(573) 682-2014
Gr: PK-2 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65240, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65240, MO include Centralia High School, Chester Boren Middle School and Centralia Intermediate.
How many public schools are located in 65240?
4 public schools are located in 65240.
What percentage of students in 65240 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 65240 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65240?
65240 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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