For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 2,359 students in 65251, MO (there are 3 private schools, serving 195 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 65251, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 65251, MO are Stark Elementary School, Wheeler Middle School and Bartley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65251 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65251, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65251, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Stark Elementary School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
505 E 5th St
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-2535
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-2535
Grades: K-5
| 22 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Wheeler Middle School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
505 E 5th St
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-2535
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-2535
Grades: 6-8
| 13 students
Rank: #33.
Bartley Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
603 S Bus 54
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 590-8300
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 590-8300
Grades: K-5
| 252 students
Rank: #44.
Wheeler High School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
505 E 5th St
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-2515
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-2515
Grades: 9-12
| 16 students
Rank: #55.
Fulton Sr. High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Hornet Dr
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 590-8100
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 590-8100
Grades: 9-12
| 670 students
Rank: #66.
Fulton Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
403 E Tenth
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 590-8200
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 590-8200
Grades: 6-8
| 528 students
Rank: #77.
Mcintire Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
706 Hickman Ave
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 590-8500
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 590-8500
Grades: K-5
| 369 students
Rank: #88.
Bush Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
908 Wood St
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 590-8400
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 590-8400
Grades: K-5
| 363 students
Rank: n/an/a
1805 Wood Street
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 590-8050
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 590-8050
Grades: PK
| 95 students
Rank: n/an/a
Fulton Reception And Diag Center
Alternative School
Route O
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-4040
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-4040
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
1650 Hwy O
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-4188
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-4188
Grades: 6-12
| 31 students
65251, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Cremer Therapeutic Comm Center (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
Route O
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-4013
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-4013
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 65251, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 65251, MO include Stark Elementary School, Wheeler Middle School and Bartley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65251?
12 public schools are located in 65251.
What percentage of students in 65251 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 65251 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65251?
65251 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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