For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 416 students in Licking, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Licking, MO is Licking Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Licking, MO public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Licking have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Licking, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Licking Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
135 College Ave
Licking, MO 65542
(573) 674-3211
Licking, MO 65542
(573) 674-3211
Gr: PK-6 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Licking, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Licking, MO include Licking Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Licking?
1 public elementary schools are located in Licking.
What is the racial composition of students in Licking?
Licking public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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