Best Gower Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 267 students in Gower, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Gower, MO is East Buchanan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gower, MO public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Gower have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Gower, MO (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Buchanan Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
100 Smith St
Gower, MO 64454
(816) 424-3111
Gr: PK-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Gower, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Gower, MO include East Buchanan Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Gower?
1 public elementary schools are located in Gower.
What is the racial composition of students in Gower?
Gower public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).

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