For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 173 students in 65717, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in 65717, MO is Norwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 65717 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 65717, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 65717 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Norwood High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best 65717, MO Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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%
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 high schools in 65717, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 65717, MO include Norwood High School.
How many public high schools are located in 65717?
1 public high schools are located in 65717.
What is the racial composition of students in 65717?
65717 public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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