Best 65806 Missouri Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,539 students in 65806, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 65806, MO are Jarrett Middle School and Mcgregor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 65806 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65806, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).

Best 65806, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jarrett Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
840 S Jefferson
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 523-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Mcgregor Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1221 W Madison
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 523-5700
Gr: K-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Datema House
918 S Jefferson
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 895-6832
Gr: 5-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
205 Park Central East, Suite
Springfield, MO 65806
(185) 595-3412
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Moca-s
205 Park Central East Ste 203
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 616-3159
Gr: K-12 | 1,747 student Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
Phelps Gifted Center
934 S Kimbrough
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 523-3300
Gr: 1-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 65806, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 65806, MO include Jarrett Middle School and Mcgregor Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65806?
6 public elementary schools are located in 65806.
What is the racial composition of students in 65806?
65806 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).

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