For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,102 students in 65270, MO (there are 2 private schools, serving 208 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 65270, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65270, MO are Moberly Sr. High School, Moberly Middle School and Gratz Brown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65270 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65270, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65270, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Moberly Sr. High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1625 Gratz Brown Rd
Moberly, MO 65270
(660) 269-2660
Moberly, MO 65270
(660) 269-2660
Gr: 9-12 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Moberly Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
920 Shepherd Brothers Blvd
Moberly, MO 65270
(660) 269-2680
Moberly, MO 65270
(660) 269-2680
Gr: 6-8 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Gratz Brown Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1320 Gratz Brown Rd
Moberly, MO 65270
(660) 269-2694
Moberly, MO 65270
(660) 269-2694
Gr: 3-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
Alt Center For Educ Success
Alternative School
1621 Gratz Brown Rd
Moberly, MO 65270
(660) 269-8800
Moberly, MO 65270
(660) 269-8800
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
930 Shepherd Brothers Blvd
Moberly, MO 65270
(660) 269-2693
Moberly, MO 65270
(660) 269-2693
Gr: PK | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
Moberly Area Technical Center
Vocational School
1623 Gratz Brown Rd
Moberly, MO 65270
(660) 269-2690
Moberly, MO 65270
(660) 269-2690
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
909 Porter St
Moberly, MO 65270
(660) 269-2630
Moberly, MO 65270
(660) 269-2630
Gr: K-2 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
701 S Fourth
Moberly, MO 65270
(660) 269-2640
Moberly, MO 65270
(660) 269-2640
Gr: K-2 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65270, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65270, MO include Moberly Sr. High School, Moberly Middle School and Gratz Brown Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65270?
8 public schools are located in 65270.
What percentage of students in 65270 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 65270 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65270?
65270 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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