For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,427 students in Lewis County, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 4 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Lewis County, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Lewis County, MO are Canton Elementary School, Highland Jr.-sr. High School and Highland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lewis County, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Lewis County have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lewis County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Fourth St
Canton, MO 63435
(573) 288-5216
Canton, MO 63435
(573) 288-5216
Gr: PK-6 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Highland Jr.-sr. High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
21504 State Hwy 6
Lewistown, MO 63452
(573) 209-3215
Lewistown, MO 63452
(573) 209-3215
Gr: 7-12 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
25189 Heritage Ave
Lewistown, MO 63452
(573) 209-3586
Lewistown, MO 63452
(573) 209-3586
Gr: PK-6 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Canton High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Fourth St
Canton, MO 63435
(573) 288-5216
Canton, MO 63435
(573) 288-5216
Gr: 7-12 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lewis County, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Lewis County, MO include Canton Elementary School, Highland Jr.-sr. High School and Highland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Lewis County?
4 public schools are located in Lewis County.
What percentage of students in Lewis County go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Lewis County are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Lewis County?
Lewis County public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Lewis County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Lewis County include: Canton High School vs. Highland Jr.-sr. High School, Highland Jr.-sr. High School vs. Canton High School
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