For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 578 students in Steele, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Steele, MO are South Pemiscot High School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Steele, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Steele have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Steele, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Pemiscot High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
611 Beasley Rd
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-3342
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-3342
Gr: 6-12 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
611 Beasley Rd
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-4781
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-4781
Gr: 1-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: n/an/a
709 E. Main Extension
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-4426
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-4426
Gr: PK-K | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Steele, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Steele, MO include South Pemiscot High School and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Steele?
3 public schools are located in Steele.
What is the racial composition of students in Steele?
Steele public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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