For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 136 students in 65256, MO.
The top ranked public middle school in 65256, MO is Harrisburg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 65256 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 65256, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 65256, MO Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 65256, MO?
The top ranked public middle schools in 65256, MO include Harrisburg Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 65256?
1 public middle schools are located in 65256.
What is the racial composition of students in 65256?
65256 public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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