For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 811 students in 63780, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 70 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 63780, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 63780, MO are Scott City High School, Scott City Middle School and Scott City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63780 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63780, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 63780, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scott City High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3000 Main St
Scott City, MO 63780
(573) 264-2131
Scott City, MO 63780
(573) 264-2131
Gr: 9-12 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Scott City Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3000 Main St
Scott City, MO 63780
(573) 264-2131
Scott City, MO 63780
(573) 264-2131
Gr: 5-8 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Scott City Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Main St
Scott City, MO 63780
(573) 264-2131
Scott City, MO 63780
(573) 264-2131
Gr: PK-4 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 63780, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 63780, MO include Scott City High School, Scott City Middle School and Scott City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 63780?
3 public schools are located in 63780.
What percentage of students in 63780 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 63780 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 63780?
63780 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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