Best 64477 Missouri Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 704 students in 64477, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in 64477, MO are Plattsburg High School, Ellis Elementary School and Clinton Co. R-iii Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64477 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64477, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).

Best 64477, MO Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plattsburg High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
800 W Frost St
Plattsburg, MO 64477
(816) 539-2184
Gr: 9-12 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Ellis Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
603 W Frost St
Plattsburg, MO 64477
(816) 539-2187
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Clinton Co. R-iii Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
800 W Frost St
Plattsburg, MO 64477
(816) 539-3920
Gr: 6-8 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 64477, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 64477, MO include Plattsburg High School, Ellis Elementary School and Clinton Co. R-iii Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 64477?
3 public schools are located in 64477.
What is the racial composition of students in 64477?
64477 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).

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