For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 223 students in Gideon, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Gideon, MO are Gideon Elementary School and Gideon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gideon, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Gideon have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Gideon, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gideon Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Main
Gideon, MO 63848
(573) 448-3447
Gideon, MO 63848
(573) 448-3447
Gr: PK-6 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Gideon High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 Main
Gideon, MO 63848
(573) 448-3471
Gideon, MO 63848
(573) 448-3471
Gr: 7-12 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Gideon, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Gideon, MO include Gideon Elementary School and Gideon High School.
How many public schools are located in Gideon?
2 public schools are located in Gideon.
What is the racial composition of students in Gideon?
Gideon public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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