For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 457 students in Silex, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 99 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in Silex, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Silex, MO are Silex Elementary School and Silex High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Silex, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Silex have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Silex, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Silex Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
64 Hwy Uu
Silex, MO 63377
(573) 384-5044
Silex, MO 63377
(573) 384-5044
Gr: PK-5 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Silex High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
64 Hwy Uu
Silex, MO 63377
(573) 384-5227
Silex, MO 63377
(573) 384-5227
Gr: 6-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Silex, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Silex, MO include Silex Elementary School and Silex High School.
How many public schools are located in Silex?
2 public schools are located in Silex.
What percentage of students in Silex go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in Silex are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Silex?
Silex public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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