For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 460 students in 65284, MO.
The top ranked public schools in 65284, MO are Sturgeon Middle School, Sturgeon Elementary School and Sturgeon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65284 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65284, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65284, MO Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sturgeon Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
210 W Patton St
Sturgeon, MO 65284
(573) 687-2155
Sturgeon, MO 65284
(573) 687-2155
Gr: 6-8 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Sturgeon Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
210 W Patton St
Sturgeon, MO 65284
(573) 687-3519
Sturgeon, MO 65284
(573) 687-3519
Gr: PK-5 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Sturgeon High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
210 W Patton St
Sturgeon, MO 65284
(573) 687-4005
Sturgeon, MO 65284
(573) 687-4005
Gr: 9-12 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 65284, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 65284, MO include Sturgeon Middle School, Sturgeon Elementary School and Sturgeon High School.
How many public schools are located in 65284?
3 public schools are located in 65284.
What is the racial composition of students in 65284?
65284 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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