For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,150 students in Fort Leonard Wood, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Fort Leonard Wood, MO are Thayer Elementary School, Partridge Elementary School and Wood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fort Leonard Wood, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Fort Leonard Wood have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Fort Leonard Wood, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thayer Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4273 Thayer St
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 842-2200
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 842-2200
Gr: K-5 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Partridge Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7078 Young St
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 842-2600
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 842-2600
Gr: K-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Wood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4590 Buckeye Ave
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 842-2625
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 842-2625
Gr: K-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
12225 Pulaski Avenue
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 842-2650
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 842-2650
Gr: PK | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6824 Pulaski Ave
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 329-4366
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 329-4366
Gr: PK-1 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
7077 Indiana Ave
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 329-4081
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 329-4081
Gr: K-5 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
8478 Buckeye Ave
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 329-6262
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 329-6262
Gr: K-5
7075 Pulaski Ave
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 329-3855
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 329-3855
Gr: 2-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Fort Leonard Wood, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Fort Leonard Wood, MO include Thayer Elementary School, Partridge Elementary School and Wood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Fort Leonard Wood?
4 public schools are located in Fort Leonard Wood.
What is the racial composition of students in Fort Leonard Wood?
Fort Leonard Wood public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Fort Leonard Wood are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Fort Leonard Wood include: Partridge Elementary School vs. Thayer Elementary School, Wood Elementary School vs. Thayer Elementary School, Thayer Elementary School vs. Wood Elementary School
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