For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 770 students in Diamond, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Diamond, MO are Diamond Elementary School, Diamond High School and Diamond Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Diamond, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Diamond have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Diamond, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Diamond Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
401 S Main
Diamond, MO 64840
(417) 325-5189
Diamond, MO 64840
(417) 325-5189
Gr: PK-4 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Diamond High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
401 S Main
Diamond, MO 64840
(417) 325-5188
Diamond, MO 64840
(417) 325-5188
Gr: 9-12 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Diamond Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
401 S Main
Diamond, MO 64840
(417) 325-5336
Diamond, MO 64840
(417) 325-5336
Gr: 5-8 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Diamond, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Diamond, MO include Diamond Elementary School, Diamond High School and Diamond Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Diamond?
3 public schools are located in Diamond.
What is the racial composition of students in Diamond?
Diamond public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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