For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 605 students in 65256, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 30 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 65256, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65256, MO are Harrisburg Elementary School, Harrisburg Middle School and Harrisburg High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65256 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65256, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65256, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harrisburg Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
221 S Harris
Harrisburg, MO 65256
(573) 875-0290
Harrisburg, MO 65256
(573) 875-0290
Gr: PK-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Harrisburg Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
233 S Harris
Harrisburg, MO 65256
(573) 817-5857
Harrisburg, MO 65256
(573) 817-5857
Gr: 6-8 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Harrisburg High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 S Harris
Harrisburg, MO 65256
(573) 875-5602
Harrisburg, MO 65256
(573) 875-5602
Gr: 9-12 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65256, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65256, MO include Harrisburg Elementary School, Harrisburg Middle School and Harrisburg High School.
How many public schools are located in 65256?
3 public schools are located in 65256.
What percentage of students in 65256 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 65256 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65256?
65256 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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