For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 274 students in Memphis, MO.
The top ranked public elementary school in Memphis, MO is Scotland Co. Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Memphis, MO public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Memphis have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Memphis, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scotland Co. Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
438 W. Lover's Lane
Memphis, MO 63555
(660) 465-8532
Memphis, MO 63555
(660) 465-8532
Gr: PK-6 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Memphis, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Memphis, MO include Scotland Co. Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Memphis?
1 public elementary schools are located in Memphis.
What is the racial composition of students in Memphis?
Memphis public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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