For the 2024 school year, there are 19 public schools serving 6,150 students in 65802, MO (there are 4 private schools, serving 327 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 65802, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 65802, MO are Hickory Hills Elementary School, Willard Central Elementary School and Greene Valley School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65802 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65802, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 65802, MO Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hickory Hills Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4650 E. State Hwy Yy
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-7100
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-7100
Grades: K-5
| 329 students
Rank: #22.
Willard Central Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2625 N Farm Rd 101
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 831-4440
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 831-4440
Grades: PK-4
| 408 students
Rank: #33.
Greene Valley School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1601 E Pythian
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 895-6848
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 895-6848
Grades: K-12
| 36 students
Rank: #44.
Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
423 E Central
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-9600
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-9600
Grades: 6-12
| 1,490 students
Rank: #55.
York Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Nichols
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-3000
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-3000
Grades: PK-5
| 189 students
Rank: #66.
Willard South Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4151 W Division
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 862-6308
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 862-6308
Grades: PK-4
| 398 students
Rank: #77.
Willard Orchard Hills Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4595 Farm Road 140
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 869-0600
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 869-0600
Grades: PK-4
| 369 students
Rank: #88.
Hickory Hills Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4650 E. State Hwy Yy
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-7100
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-7100
Grades: 6-8
| 466 students
Rank: #99.
Bingham Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2126 E. Cherry
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-3400
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-3400
Grades: K-5
| 353 students
Rank: #1010.
Willard Intermediate-south
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
630 S.miller
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 742-5440
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 742-5440
Grades: 5-6
| 289 students
Rank: #1111.
Weaver Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1461 N Douglas
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-1200
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-1200
Grades: PK-5
| 239 students
Rank: #1212.
Pipkin Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1215 Boonville
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-6000
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-6000
Grades: 6-8
| 385 students
Rank: #1313.
Bissett Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3014 W Calhoun
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-2800
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-2800
Grades: K-5
| 203 students
Rank: #1414.
Boyd Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1409 Washington
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-1500
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-1500
Grades: PK-5
| 179 students
Rank: #1515.
Westport Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
415 S Golden
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-3100
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-3100
Grades: K-5
| 370 students
Rank: #1616.
Westport Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
415 S. Golden Ave
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-3100
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-3100
Grades: 6-8
| 447 students
Rank: n/an/a
Graff Career Center
Vocational School
1001 E. Chestnut Expy
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 447-8121
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 447-8121
Grades: 11-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Juvenile Justice Ctr.
Alternative School
1111 N Robberson
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 868-4008
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 868-4008
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Study Alternative High School
Alternative School
2343 W. Olive Street
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-2700
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-2700
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
65802, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1126 N Broadway
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-1600
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-1600
Grades: K-5
| 178 students
Greene Valley (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
1601 East Pythian
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 895-6848
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 895-6848
Grades: Inquire with school
| 40 students
Storefront School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
940 N Jefferson
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-4200
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-4200
Grades: 3-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 65802, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 65802, MO include Hickory Hills Elementary School, Willard Central Elementary School and Greene Valley School.
How many public schools are located in 65802, MO?
19 public schools are located in 65802, MO.
What percentage of students in 65802, MO go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 65802, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65802, MO?
65802, MO public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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