For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,092 students in 63841, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in 63841, MO are Dexter High School, Crowley Ridge School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63841 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63841, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, 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 32% (majority Black).
Best 63841, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dexter High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1101 W Grant St
Dexter, MO 63841
(573) 614-1030
Dexter, MO 63841
(573) 614-1030
Gr: 9-12 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Crowley Ridge School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
910 Nina St
Dexter, MO 63841
(573) 624-4669
Dexter, MO 63841
(573) 624-4669
Gr: K-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1213 Central Dr
Dexter, MO 63841
(573) 614-1020
Dexter, MO 63841
(573) 614-1020
Gr: 3-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
T. S. Hill Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1107 Brown Pilot Ln
Dexter, MO 63841
(573) 614-1010
Dexter, MO 63841
(573) 614-1010
Gr: 6-8 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
915 W.grant
Dexter, MO 63841
(573) 614-1015
Dexter, MO 63841
(573) 614-1015
Gr: PK | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
915 W Grant St
Dexter, MO 63841
(573) 614-1015
Dexter, MO 63841
(573) 614-1015
Gr: K-2 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 63841, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 63841, MO include Dexter High School, Crowley Ridge School and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 63841?
6 public schools are located in 63841.
What is the racial composition of students in 63841?
63841 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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