For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 125 students in Essex, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in Essex, MO is Richland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Essex, MO public high school have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Essex have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public high schools.
Essex, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Richland 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Essex, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richland High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
24456 State Hwy 114
Essex, MO 63846
(573) 283-5332
Essex, MO 63846
(573) 283-5332
Gr: 7-12 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Essex, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Essex, MO include Richland High School.
How many public high schools are located in Essex?
1 public high schools are located in Essex.
What is the racial composition of students in Essex?
Essex public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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