For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 36 students in Latham, MO (there are 2 private schools, serving 48 private students). 43% of all K-12 students in Latham, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in Latham, MO is Latham Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Latham, MO public school have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Latham have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Latham, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Latham Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
156 School St
Latham, MO 65050
(660) 458-6271
Latham, MO 65050
(660) 458-6271
Gr: K-8 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Latham, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Latham, MO include Latham Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Latham?
1 public schools are located in Latham.
What percentage of students in Latham go to public school?
43% of all K-12 students in Latham are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Latham?
Latham public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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