For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 566 students in Plato, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Plato, MO are Plato Elementary School and Plato High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Plato, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Plato have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Plato, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Plato Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10645 Plato Dr
Plato, MO 65552
(417) 458-4700
Plato, MO 65552
(417) 458-4700
Grades: PK-5
| 255 students
Rank: #22.
Plato High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10645 Plato Dr
Plato, MO 65552
(417) 458-4980
Plato, MO 65552
(417) 458-4980
Grades: 6-12
| 311 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Plato, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Plato, MO include Plato Elementary School and Plato High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Plato?
2 public elementary schools are located in Plato.
What is the racial composition of students in Plato?
Plato public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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