For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 299 students in Smithton, MO.
The top ranked public elementary school in Smithton, MO is Smithton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smithton, MO public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Smithton have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Smithton, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smithton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
505 S Myrtle
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5317
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5317
Gr: PK-6 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Smithton, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
505 S. Myrtle
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5316
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5316
Gr: 5-8 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Smithton, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Smithton, MO include Smithton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Smithton?
1 public elementary schools are located in Smithton.
What is the racial composition of students in Smithton?
Smithton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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