For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 871 students in Lathrop, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Lathrop, MO are Lathrop High School, Lathrop Middle School and Lathrop Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lathrop, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Lathrop have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lathrop, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lathrop High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
102 N School Dr
Lathrop, MO 64465
(816) 710-6116
Lathrop, MO 64465
(816) 710-6116
Gr: 9-12 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Lathrop Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
612 Center St
Lathrop, MO 64465
(816) 710-6115
Lathrop, MO 64465
(816) 710-6115
Gr: 6-8 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Lathrop Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 Center St
Lathrop, MO 64465
(816) 710-6114
Lathrop, MO 64465
(816) 710-6114
Gr: PK-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lathrop, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Lathrop, MO include Lathrop High School, Lathrop Middle School and Lathrop Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Lathrop?
3 public schools are located in Lathrop.
What is the racial composition of students in Lathrop?
Lathrop public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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