For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 289 students in Hermitage, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Hermitage, MO are Hermitage Elementary School, Hermitage High School and Hermitage Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hermitage, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Hermitage have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 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 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Hermitage, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hermitage Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23824 Polk Street
Hermitage, MO 65668
(417) 745-6277
Hermitage, MO 65668
(417) 745-6277
Gr: PK-5 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Hermitage High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
23824 Polk Street
Hermitage, MO 65668
(417) 745-6417
Hermitage, MO 65668
(417) 745-6417
Gr: 9-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Hermitage Middle School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
23824 Polk Street
Hermitage, MO 65668
(417) 745-6417
Hermitage, MO 65668
(417) 745-6417
Gr: 6-8 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hermitage, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Hermitage, MO include Hermitage Elementary School, Hermitage High School and Hermitage Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Hermitage?
3 public schools are located in Hermitage.
What is the racial composition of students in Hermitage?
Hermitage public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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