Best 63501 Missouri Public Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,583 students in 63501, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63501, MO are Ray Miller Elementary School and William Matthew Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 63501 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 63501, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).

Best 63501, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ray Miller Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2010 E Normal
Kirksville, MO 63501
(660) 665-2834
Gr: 3-5 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
William Matthew Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1515 S Cottage Grove
Kirksville, MO 63501
(660) 665-3793
Gr: 6-8 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
Kirksville Primary
1815 E Hamilton
Kirksville, MO 63501
(660) 665-5691
Gr: PK-2 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 28%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 63501, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63501, MO include Ray Miller Elementary School and William Matthew Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 63501?
3 public elementary schools are located in 63501.
What is the racial composition of students in 63501?
63501 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).

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