For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,214 students in Rolla, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Rolla, 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.
Rolla, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Rolla have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Rolla, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Col. John B. Wyman Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
402 Lanning Ln
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0190
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0190
Gr: PK-3 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1100 Mark Twain Dr
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0170
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0170
Gr: PK-3 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Harry S. Truman Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1001 E 18th St
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0180
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0180
Gr: PK-3 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Rolla Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1111 Soest Rd
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0120
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0120
Gr: 4-6 | 857 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #55.
B W Robinson School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Lanning Ln
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 368-2393
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 368-2393
Gr: K-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rolla, 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
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 368-2393
Gr: Inquire with school | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Rolla, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Rolla, MO include Col. John B. Wyman Elementary School, Mark Twain Elementary School and Harry S. Truman Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Rolla?
5 public elementary schools are located in Rolla.
What is the racial composition of students in Rolla?
Rolla public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Rolla are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Rolla include: Harry S. Truman Elementary School vs. Mark Twain Elementary School, Mark Twain Elementary School vs. Harry S. Truman Elementary School, Col. John B. Wyman Elementary School vs. Mark Twain Elementary School
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