For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,479 students in Pacific, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 155 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Pacific, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Pacific, MO are Zitzman Elementary School, Truman Elementary School and Pacific Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pacific, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Pacific have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Pacific, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Zitzman Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
255 S Indian Pride Dr
Pacific, MO 63069
(636) 271-1440
Pacific, MO 63069
(636) 271-1440
Gr: K-4 | 339 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Truman Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 Indian Warpath Dr
Pacific, MO 63069
(636) 271-1434
Pacific, MO 63069
(636) 271-1434
Gr: K-4 | 201 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Pacific Intermediate
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
195 N Indian Pride Dr
Pacific, MO 63069
(636) 271-1425
Pacific, MO 63069
(636) 271-1425
Gr: 5-6 | 446 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Pacific High School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
425 Indian Warpath Dr
Pacific, MO 63069
(636) 271-1414
Pacific, MO 63069
(636) 271-1414
Gr: 9-12 | 968 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Riverbend School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2085 Hwy N
Pacific, MO 63069
(636) 271-1481
Pacific, MO 63069
(636) 271-1481
Gr: 7-8 | 419 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
413 W Union
Pacific, MO 63069
(636) 271-1464
Pacific, MO 63069
(636) 271-1464
Gr: PK | 106 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
Missouri Eastern Corr Center
Alternative School
18701 Old Hwy 66 Route 1
Pacific, MO 63069
(636) 257-3322
Pacific, MO 63069
(636) 257-3322
Gr: 7-12
Pacific, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2001 W Osage
Pacific, MO 63069
(636) 271-1464
Pacific, MO 63069
(636) 271-1464
Gr: PK | 45 students Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Pacific, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Pacific, MO include Zitzman Elementary School, Truman Elementary School and Pacific Intermediate.
How many public schools are located in Pacific?
7 public schools are located in Pacific.
What percentage of students in Pacific go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Pacific are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Pacific?
Pacific public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Pacific are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Pacific include: Truman Elementary School vs. Zitzman Elementary School, Zitzman Elementary School vs. Truman Elementary School
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