For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 343 students in Dearborn, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Dearborn, MO are North Platte Jr. High School and North Platte High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dearborn, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Dearborn have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dearborn, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Platte Jr. High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
212 W Sixth St
Dearborn, MO 64439
(816) 450-3350
Dearborn, MO 64439
(816) 450-3350
Gr: 6-8 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
North Platte High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
212 W Sixth St
Dearborn, MO 64439
(816) 450-3344
Dearborn, MO 64439
(816) 450-3344
Gr: 9-12 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Platte Valley Coop.
Special Education School
212 W Sixth St
Dearborn, MO 64439
(816) 450-8595
Dearborn, MO 64439
(816) 450-8595
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dearborn, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Dearborn, MO include North Platte Jr. High School and North Platte High School.
How many public schools are located in Dearborn?
3 public schools are located in Dearborn.
What is the racial composition of students in Dearborn?
Dearborn public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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