For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,211 students in 65653, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 65 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 65653, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 65653, MO are Forsyth High School, Forsyth Middle School and Forsyth Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65653 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65653, MO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65653, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Forsyth High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
178 Panther St
Forsyth, MO 65653
(417) 546-6383
Forsyth, MO 65653
(417) 546-6383
Grades: 9-12
| 418 students
Rank: #22.
Forsyth Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
178 Panther St
Forsyth, MO 65653
(417) 546-6382
Forsyth, MO 65653
(417) 546-6382
Grades: 5-8
| 330 students
Rank: #33.
Forsyth Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
178 Panther St
Forsyth, MO 65653
(417) 546-6381
Forsyth, MO 65653
(417) 546-6381
Grades: PK-4
| 463 students
Rank: n/an/a
8872 State Hwy H
Forsyth, MO 65653
(417) 634-3196
Forsyth, MO 65653
(417) 634-3196
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 65653, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 65653, MO include Forsyth High School, Forsyth Middle School and Forsyth Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65653?
4 public schools are located in 65653.
What percentage of students in 65653 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 65653 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65653?
65653 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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