For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,777 students in 65065, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in 65065, MO are Osage Upper Elementary School, Osage Beach Elementary School and Osage High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65065 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65065, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65065, MO Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Osage Upper Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
626 Hwy 42
Osage Beach, MO 65065
(573) 348-0004
Osage Beach, MO 65065
(573) 348-0004
Gr: 3-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Osage Beach Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1241 Nichols Road
Osage Beach, MO 65065
(573) 348-2461
Osage Beach, MO 65065
(573) 348-2461
Gr: K-4 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Osage High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
636 Hwy 42
Osage Beach, MO 65065
(573) 348-0115
Osage Beach, MO 65065
(573) 348-0115
Gr: 9-12 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Osage Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
635 Hwy 42
Osage Beach, MO 65065
(573) 552-8326
Osage Beach, MO 65065
(573) 552-8326
Gr: 6-8 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65065, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65065, MO include Osage Upper Elementary School, Osage Beach Elementary School and Osage High School.
How many public schools are located in 65065?
4 public schools are located in 65065.
What is the racial composition of students in 65065?
65065 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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