For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 919 students in Lewistown, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Lewistown, MO are 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.
Lewistown, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Lewistown have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lewistown, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
Grades: 7-12
| 387 students
Rank: #22.
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
Grades: PK-6
| 532 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lewistown, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Lewistown, MO include Highland Jr.-sr. High School and Highland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Lewistown?
2 public schools are located in Lewistown.
What is the racial composition of students in Lewistown?
Lewistown public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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