For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 789 students in 64759, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64759, MO are Lamar Middle School and Lamar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64759 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64759, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64759, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lamar Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
202 W 7th
Lamar, MO 64759
(417) 682-3548
Lamar, MO 64759
(417) 682-3548
Gr: 6-8 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Lamar Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
202 W 7th
Lamar, MO 64759
(417) 682-3567
Lamar, MO 64759
(417) 682-3567
Gr: 3-5 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
1600 E 12th St
Lamar, MO 64759
(417) 681-0613
Lamar, MO 64759
(417) 681-0613
Gr: PK-2 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 64759, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64759, MO include Lamar Middle School and Lamar Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64759?
3 public elementary schools are located in 64759.
What is the racial composition of students in 64759?
64759 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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