For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 120 students in De Kalb, MO.
The top-ranked public school in De Kalb, MO is Dekalb Jr.-sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
De Kalb, MO public school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in De Kalb have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in De Kalb, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dekalb Jr.-sr. High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
702 Main St
De Kalb, MO 64440
(816) 685-3211
De Kalb, MO 64440
(816) 685-3211
Gr: 7-12 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in De Kalb, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in De Kalb, MO include Dekalb Jr.-sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in De Kalb?
1 public schools are located in De Kalb.
What is the racial composition of students in De Kalb?
De Kalb public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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