For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 156 students in 64661, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 12 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 64661, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 64661, MO are North Mercer Elementary School and Mercer High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64661 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64661, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64661, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Mercer Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
22931 Main St
Mercer, MO 64661
(660) 382-4214
Mercer, MO 64661
(660) 382-4214
Gr: PK-6 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Mercer High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
22931 Main St
Mercer, MO 64661
(660) 382-4214
Mercer, MO 64661
(660) 382-4214
Gr: 7-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 64661, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 64661, MO include North Mercer Elementary School and Mercer High School.
How many public schools are located in 64661?
2 public schools are located in 64661.
What percentage of students in 64661 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 64661 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 64661?
64661 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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