For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 428 students in 65074, MO.
The top ranked public middle schools in 65074, MO are Cole Co. R-i Middle School and Russellville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 65074 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 65074, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 65074, MO Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cole Co. R-i Middle School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13111 Park St
Russellville, MO 65074
(573) 782-4915
Russellville, MO 65074
(573) 782-4915
Grades: 6-8
| 133 students
Rank: #22.
Russellville High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13600 Rte C
Russellville, MO 65074
(573) 782-3973
Russellville, MO 65074
(573) 782-3973
Grades: 7-12
| 295 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 65074, MO?
The top ranked public middle schools in 65074, MO include Cole Co. R-i Middle School and Russellville High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 65074?
2 public middle schools are located in 65074.
What is the racial composition of students in 65074?
65074 public middle schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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