For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,947 students in 65810, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 103 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 65810, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 65810, MO are Cherokee Middle School, Gray Elementary School and Mcbride Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65810 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65810, MO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65810, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cherokee Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
420 E Farm Rd 182
Springfield, MO 65810
(417) 523-7200
Springfield, MO 65810
(417) 523-7200
Grades: 6-8
| 746 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Gray Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2102 W Farm Rd 182
Springfield, MO 65810
(417) 523-4000
Springfield, MO 65810
(417) 523-4000
Grades: PK-4
| 477 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Mcbride Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5005 S Farm Rd 135
Springfield, MO 65810
(417) 523-4500
Springfield, MO 65810
(417) 523-4500
Grades: PK-4
| 385 students
Rank: #44.
David Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3055 W Kildee Lane
Springfield, MO 65810
(417) 523-5800
Springfield, MO 65810
(417) 523-5800
Grades: PK-4
| 339 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 65810, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 65810, MO include Cherokee Middle School, Gray Elementary School and Mcbride Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65810?
4 public schools are located in 65810.
What percentage of students in 65810 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 65810 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65810?
65810 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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