For the 2026-27 school year, there are 566 top school districts in Missouri, serving 884,634 students.
The most diverse district is Pattonville R-III School District, with a diversity score of 0.72.
The largest school district is Springfield R-XII School District, serving 24,285 students.
The highest graduation rate school district is Clayton School District, with 99% graduation rate.
Top Missouri School Districts (2026-27)
School District
# Students
Diversity Score
Graduation %
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