For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 153 students in Prairie Home, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Prairie Home, MO are Prairie Home Elementary School and Prairie Home High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Prairie Home, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Prairie Home have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Prairie Home, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Home Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 Hwy Drive
Prairie Home, MO 65068
(660) 841-5296
Prairie Home, MO 65068
(660) 841-5296
Gr: K-5 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Prairie Home High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 Hwy Drive
Prairie Home, MO 65068
(660) 841-5296
Prairie Home, MO 65068
(660) 841-5296
Gr: 6-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Prairie Home, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Prairie Home, MO include Prairie Home Elementary School and Prairie Home High School.
How many public schools are located in Prairie Home?
2 public schools are located in Prairie Home.
What is the racial composition of students in Prairie Home?
Prairie Home public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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