For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,762 students in Peculiar, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Peculiar, MO are Raymore-peculiar South Middle School, Raymore-peculiar Sr. High School and Peculiar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Peculiar, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Peculiar have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Peculiar, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Raymore-peculiar South Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
20501 S. School Road
Peculiar, MO 64078
(816) 892-1550
Peculiar, MO 64078
(816) 892-1550
Gr: 6-8 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Raymore-peculiar Sr. High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
20801 School Rd
Peculiar, MO 64078
(816) 892-1400
Peculiar, MO 64078
(816) 892-1400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,560 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Peculiar Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 E 3rd St
Peculiar, MO 64078
(816) 892-1650
Peculiar, MO 64078
(816) 892-1650
Gr: K-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
11706 E. 211th St.
Peculiar, MO 64078
(816) 892-1210
Peculiar, MO 64078
(816) 892-1210
Gr: PK | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Peculiar, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
21001 South School Rd
Peculiar, MO 64078
(816) 892-1500
Peculiar, MO 64078
(816) 892-1500
Gr: 9
11706 E 211th St
Peculiar, MO 64078
(816) 892-1600
Peculiar, MO 64078
(816) 892-1600
Gr: K-4 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Peculiar, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Peculiar, MO include Raymore-peculiar South Middle School, Raymore-peculiar Sr. High School and Peculiar Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Peculiar?
4 public schools are located in Peculiar.
What is the racial composition of students in Peculiar?
Peculiar public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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