Best 65401 Missouri Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,232 students in 65401, MO (there are 2 private schools, serving 206 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 65401, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 65401, MO are Col. John B. Wyman Elementary School, Mark Twain Elementary School and Harry S. Truman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65401 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65401, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).

Best 65401, MO Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Col. John B. Wyman Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
402 Lanning Ln
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0190
Gr: PK-3 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1100 Mark Twain Dr
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0170
Gr: PK-3 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Harry S. Truman Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1001 E 18th St
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0180
Gr: PK-3 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Rolla Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1111 Soest Rd
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0120
Gr: 4-6 | 840 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #55.
Rolla Sr. High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
900 Bulldog Run
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0140
Gr: 9-12 | 1,383 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #66.
B W Robinson School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
300 Lanning Ln
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 368-2393
Gr: K-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #77.
Rolla Jr. High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1360 Soest Rd
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0130
Gr: 7-8 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
Rolla Technical Center
Vocational School
500 Forum Dr
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0160
Gr: 11-12
Rank: n/an/a
Rolla Technical Inst.
Vocational School
1304 E 10th St
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0150
Gr: 9-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 65401 Missouri

65401, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
B W Robinson (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
300 Lanning Lane
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 368-2393
Gr: Inquire with school | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Test 123 School (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
807 West 11th Street
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 364-3915
Gr: 9-12 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 68%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 65401, MO?
How many public schools are located in 65401?
9 public schools are located in 65401.
What percentage of students in 65401 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 65401 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65401?
65401 public schools minority enrollment is 18% 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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