For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 285 students in Slater, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Slater, MO are Orearville Elementary School and Alexander Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Slater, MO public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Slater have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Slater, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Orearville Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
32524 E Highway P
Slater, MO 65349
(660) 529-2481
Slater, MO 65349
(660) 529-2481
Gr: PK-8 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Alexander Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
515 N Elm
Slater, MO 65349
(660) 529-2278
Slater, MO 65349
(660) 529-2278
Gr: PK-8 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Slater, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Slater, MO include Orearville Elementary School and Alexander Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in Slater?
2 public middle schools are located in Slater.
What is the racial composition of students in Slater?
Slater public middle schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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