For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 301 students in Dora, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Dora, MO are Dora Elementary School and Dora High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dora, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Dora have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Dora, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dora Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
613 County Road 379
Dora, MO 65637
(417) 261-2337
Dora, MO 65637
(417) 261-2337
Gr: PK-6 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Dora High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
613 County Road 379
Dora, MO 65637
(417) 261-2263
Dora, MO 65637
(417) 261-2263
Gr: 7-12 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dora, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Dora, MO include Dora Elementary School and Dora High School.
How many public schools are located in Dora?
2 public schools are located in Dora.
What is the racial composition of students in Dora?
Dora public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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