For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 390 students in 65717, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 27 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 65717, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65717, MO are Norwood Elementary School, Norwood High School and Skyline Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65717 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65717, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65717, MO Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Norwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
675 N Hawk Ave
Norwood, MO 65717
(417) 746-4101
Norwood, MO 65717
(417) 746-4101
Gr: PK-6 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Norwood High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
675 N Hawk Ave
Norwood, MO 65717
(417) 746-4101
Norwood, MO 65717
(417) 746-4101
Gr: 7-12 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Skyline Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Rte 72 Box 486
Norwood, MO 65717
(417) 683-4874
Norwood, MO 65717
(417) 683-4874
Gr: PK-8 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
65717, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
675 N Hawk Ave
Norwood, MO 65717
(417) 746-4101
Norwood, MO 65717
(417) 746-4101
Gr: 5-8 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65717, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65717, MO include Norwood Elementary School, Norwood High School and Skyline Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65717?
3 public schools are located in 65717.
What percentage of students in 65717 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 65717 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65717?
65717 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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