For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,994 students in 65721, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65721, MO are East Elementary School, North Elementary School and West Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 65721 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65721, MO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65721, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2449 E Hartley
Ozark, MO 65721
(417) 582-5906
Ozark, MO 65721
(417) 582-5906
Gr: K-4 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
North Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3608 N Hwy Nn
Ozark, MO 65721
(417) 582-5904
Ozark, MO 65721
(417) 582-5904
Gr: K-4 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
West Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3105 W State Hwy Cc
Ozark, MO 65721
(417) 582-5907
Ozark, MO 65721
(417) 582-5907
Gr: K-4 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
South Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1250 W South St
Ozark, MO 65721
(417) 582-5905
Ozark, MO 65721
(417) 582-5905
Gr: K-4 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #55.
Ozark Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3600 N Hwy Nn
Ozark, MO 65721
(417) 582-5903
Ozark, MO 65721
(417) 582-5903
Gr: 5-6 | 876 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 65721, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65721, MO include East Elementary School, North Elementary School and West Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65721?
5 public elementary schools are located in 65721.
What is the racial composition of students in 65721?
65721 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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