For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 712 students in Pierce City, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 94 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in Pierce City, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Pierce City, MO are Pierce City High School, Pierce City Middle School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pierce City, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Pierce City have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Pierce City, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pierce City High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Myrtle St
Pierce City, MO 65723
(417) 476-2515
Pierce City, MO 65723
(417) 476-2515
Grades: 9-12
| 204 students
Rank: #22.
Pierce City Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Myrtle St
Pierce City, MO 65723
(417) 476-2515
Pierce City, MO 65723
(417) 476-2515
Grades: 6-8
| 156 students
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 Gibbs Ave
Pierce City, MO 65723
(417) 476-2255
Pierce City, MO 65723
(417) 476-2255
Grades: PK-5
| 352 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Pierce City, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Pierce City, MO include Pierce City High School, Pierce City Middle School and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Pierce City?
3 public schools are located in Pierce City.
What percentage of students in Pierce City go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in Pierce City are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Pierce City?
Pierce City public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Pierce City are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Pierce City include: Central Elementary School vs. Pierce City High School, Pierce City Middle School vs. Central Elementary School, Pierce City Middle School vs. Pierce City High School
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