For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 791 students in Strafford, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Strafford, MO are Strafford Elementary School and Strafford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Strafford, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Strafford have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Strafford, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Strafford Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
310 W Mccabe
Strafford, MO 65757
(417) 736-7000
Strafford, MO 65757
(417) 736-7000
Gr: 1-4 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Strafford Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
213 W Mccabe
Strafford, MO 65757
(417) 736-7000
Strafford, MO 65757
(417) 736-7000
Gr: 5-8 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Strafford, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Strafford, MO include Strafford Elementary School and Strafford Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Strafford?
2 public elementary schools are located in Strafford.
What is the racial composition of students in Strafford?
Strafford public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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