For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 77 students in Newtown, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Newtown, MO are Newtown-harris High School and Newtown-harris Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newtown, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Newtown have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Newtown, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newtown-harris High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
306 N Main
Newtown, MO 64667
(660) 794-2245
Newtown, MO 64667
(660) 794-2245
Gr: 6-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Newtown-harris Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
306 N Main
Newtown, MO 64667
(660) 794-2245
Newtown, MO 64667
(660) 794-2245
Gr: PK-5 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Newtown, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Newtown, MO include Newtown-harris High School and Newtown-harris Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Newtown?
2 public schools are located in Newtown.
What is the racial composition of students in Newtown?
Newtown public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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