For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 712 students in 65723, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 94 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 65723, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65723, MO are Pierce City High School, Central Elementary School and Pierce City Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65723 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65723, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 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 65723, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pierce City High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Myrtle St
Pierce City, MO 65723
(417) 476-2515
Pierce City, MO 65723
(417) 476-2515
Gr: 9-12 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Gibbs Ave
Pierce City, MO 65723
(417) 476-2255
Pierce City, MO 65723
(417) 476-2255
Gr: PK-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65723, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65723, MO include Pierce City High School, Central Elementary School and Pierce City Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 65723?
3 public schools are located in 65723.
What percentage of students in 65723 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 65723 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65723?
65723 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).
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