For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 180 students in 64740, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in 64740, MO is Lakeland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 64740 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 64740, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 64740 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lakeland High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 64740, MO Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeland High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12530 Lakeland School Dr
Deepwater, MO 64740
(417) 644-2223
Deepwater, MO 64740
(417) 644-2223
Gr: 7-12 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 64740, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 64740, MO include Lakeland High School.
How many public high schools are located in 64740?
1 public high schools are located in 64740.
What is the racial composition of students in 64740?
64740 public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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