For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,206 students in 65473, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in 65473, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 65473 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65473, MO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65473, MO Public Schools (2026)
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 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
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 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
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 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
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 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65473, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65473, MO include Thayer Elementary School, Partridge Elementary School and Wood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65473?
4 public schools are located in 65473.
What is the racial composition of students in 65473?
65473 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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