For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 690 students in 64862, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64862, MO are Wildwood Elementary School and Sarcoxie High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64862 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64862, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 64862, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wildwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
214 S 11th
Sarcoxie, MO 64862
(417) 548-3421
Sarcoxie, MO 64862
(417) 548-3421
Gr: PK-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Sarcoxie High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
101 S 17th St
Sarcoxie, MO 64862
(417) 548-2153
Sarcoxie, MO 64862
(417) 548-2153
Gr: 6-12 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 64862, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 64862, MO include Wildwood Elementary School and Sarcoxie High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64862?
2 public elementary schools are located in 64862.
What is the racial composition of students in 64862?
64862 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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