For the 2023-24 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,043 students in 65803, MO (there are 2 private schools, serving 179 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 65803, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 65803, MO are Truman Elementary School, Reed Middle School and Pleasant View Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65803 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Missouri public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 65803, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 65803, MO Public Schools (2023-24)
School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Truman Elementary School
Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3850 N Farm Rd 159
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-5100
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-5100
Grades: PK-5
| 262 students
Rank: #22.
Reed Middle School
Math: 33% | Reading: 44%
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2000 N Lyon
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-6300
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-6300
Grades: 6-8
| 561 students
Rank: #33.
Pleasant View Middle School
Math: 31% | Reading: 42%
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2210 E State Hwy Aa
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-2100
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-2100
Grades: 6-8
| 357 students
Rank: #44.
Pleasant View Elementary School
Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2210 E State Hwy Aa
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-2100
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-2100
Grades: K-5
| 177 students
Rank: #55.
Robberson Elementary School
Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1100 E Kearney
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1800
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1800
Grades: K-5
| 148 students
Rank: #66.
Fremont Elementary School
Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2814 N Fremont
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1700
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1700
Grades: PK-5
| 365 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Watkins Elementary School
Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
732 W Talmage
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-5000
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-5000
Grades: PK-5
| 222 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Weller Elementary School
Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1630 N Weller
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1900
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1900
Grades: PK-5
| 308 students
Rank: #99.
Bowerman Elementary School
Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2148 N Douglas
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1400
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1400
Grades: PK-5
| 229 students
Rank: #1010.
Hillcrest High School
Math: 9% | Reading: 35%
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3319 N Grant
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-8000
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-8000
Grades: 9-12
| 948 students
Rank: #1111.
Williams Elementary School
Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2205 W Kearney
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-2000
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-2000
Grades: PK-5
| 341 students
Rank: n/an/a
2757 E Division
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1300
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1300
Grades: PK
| 125 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 65803, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 65803, MO include Truman Elementary School, Reed Middle School and Pleasant View Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 65803, MO?
12 public schools are located in 65803, MO.
What percentage of students in 65803, MO go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 65803, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65803, MO?
65803, MO public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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