For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 871 students in 65631, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 65631, MO is Clever Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 65631 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65631, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65631, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clever Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
103 S Public Ave.
Clever, MO 65631
(417) 743-4815
Clever, MO 65631
(417) 743-4815
Gr: PK-8 | 871 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
65631, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
401 West Inman Rd
Clever, MO 65631
(417) 743-4820
Clever, MO 65631
(417) 743-4820
Gr: 6-8 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
103 South Public Ave
Clever, MO 65631
(417) 743-4815
Clever, MO 65631
(417) 743-4815
Gr: 4-5 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 65631, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65631, MO include Clever Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65631?
1 public elementary schools are located in 65631.
What is the racial composition of students in 65631?
65631 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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