For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 527 students in Puxico, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Puxico, MO are Puxico Jr. High School and Puxico Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Puxico, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Puxico have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Puxico, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Puxico Jr. High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
481 N Bedford St
Puxico, MO 63960
(573) 222-3058
Puxico, MO 63960
(573) 222-3058
Grades: 6-8
| 168 students
Rank: #22.
Puxico Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
481 N Bedford St
Puxico, MO 63960
(573) 222-3542
Puxico, MO 63960
(573) 222-3542
Grades: PK-5
| 359 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Puxico, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Puxico, MO include Puxico Jr. High School and Puxico Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Puxico?
2 public elementary schools are located in Puxico.
What is the racial composition of students in Puxico?
Puxico public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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