For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,126 students in Palmyra, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Palmyra, MO are Palmyra Elementary School, Palmyra High School and Palmyra Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palmyra, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Palmyra have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Palmyra, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palmyra Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 S Ashland Ave
Palmyra, MO 63461
(573) 769-3736
Palmyra, MO 63461
(573) 769-3736
Gr: PK-4 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Palmyra High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1703 S Main St
Palmyra, MO 63461
(573) 769-2067
Palmyra, MO 63461
(573) 769-2067
Gr: 9-12 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Palmyra Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 W Line St
Palmyra, MO 63461
(573) 769-2174
Palmyra, MO 63461
(573) 769-2174
Gr: 5-8 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Palmyra, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Palmyra, MO include Palmyra Elementary School, Palmyra High School and Palmyra Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Palmyra?
3 public schools are located in Palmyra.
What is the racial composition of students in Palmyra?
Palmyra public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Palmyra are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Palmyra include: Palmyra Middle School vs. Palmyra Elementary School, Palmyra Elementary School vs. Palmyra High School, Palmyra Elementary School vs. Palmyra Middle School
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