For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 274 students in Drexel, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Drexel, MO are Drexel High School and Drexel Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Drexel, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Drexel have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Drexel, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Drexel High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
207 S Fourth St
Drexel, MO 64742
(816) 652-0402
Drexel, MO 64742
(816) 652-0402
Grades: 6-12
| 139 students
Rank: #22.
Drexel Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
207 S Fourth St
Drexel, MO 64742
(816) 652-0402
Drexel, MO 64742
(816) 652-0402
Grades: K-5
| 135 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Drexel, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Drexel, MO include Drexel High School and Drexel Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Drexel?
2 public schools are located in Drexel.
What is the racial composition of students in Drexel?
Drexel public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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