Best 65284 Missouri Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 428 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 41%), 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 Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).

Best 65284, MO Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sturgeon Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
210 W Patton St
Sturgeon, MO 65284
(573) 687-2155
Gr: 6-8 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Sturgeon Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
210 W Patton St
Sturgeon, MO 65284
(573) 687-3519
Gr: PK-5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Sturgeon High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
210 W Patton St
Sturgeon, MO 65284
(573) 687-4005
Gr: 9-12 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

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 Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).

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