For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 68 students in Galt, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 43 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in Galt, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in Galt, MO is Grundy Co. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Galt, MO public school have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Galt have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Galt, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grundy Co. High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
205 Sw Border St
Galt, MO 64641
(660) 673-6511
Galt, MO 64641
(660) 673-6511
Gr: 6-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Galt, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Galt, MO include Grundy Co. High School.
How many public schools are located in Galt?
1 public schools are located in Galt.
What percentage of students in Galt go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in Galt are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Galt?
Galt public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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