For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 331 students in 65682, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 93 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 65682, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65682, MO are Lockwood High School, Lockwood Elementary School and Lockwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65682 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65682, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65682, MO Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lockwood High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 W 4th St
Lockwood, MO 65682
(417) 232-4513
Lockwood, MO 65682
(417) 232-4513
Gr: 9-12 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Lockwood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
408 Locust
Lockwood, MO 65682
(417) 232-4528
Lockwood, MO 65682
(417) 232-4528
Gr: PK-6 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Lockwood Middle School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 W 4th
Lockwood, MO 65682
(417) 232-4513
Lockwood, MO 65682
(417) 232-4513
Gr: 7-8 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Lockwood Specl. Educ. Coop.
Special Education School
208 E. 5th Street
Lockwood, MO 65682
(417) 232-4562
Lockwood, MO 65682
(417) 232-4562
Gr: PK-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65682, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65682, MO include Lockwood High School, Lockwood Elementary School and Lockwood Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 65682?
4 public schools are located in 65682.
What percentage of students in 65682 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 65682 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65682?
65682 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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