For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,257 students in 63857, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 63857, MO are South Elementary School and Kennett Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 63857 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 63857, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 63857, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
920 S Kennett St
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1130
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1130
Grades: 3-5
| 403 students
Rank: #22.
Kennett Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
510 College Ave
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1105
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1105
Grades: 6-8
| 418 students
Rank: n/an/a
Diagnostic Center
Special Education School
205 Wiggs St
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1132
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1132
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
1600 Ely St
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1115
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1115
Grades: K-2
| 436 students
63857, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
205 Wiggs St
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1102
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1102
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 63857, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 63857, MO include South Elementary School and Kennett Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 63857?
4 public elementary schools are located in 63857.
What is the racial composition of students in 63857?
63857 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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