For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 780 students in Thayer, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Thayer, MO are Thayer Sr. High School and Thayer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Thayer, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Thayer have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Thayer, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thayer Sr. High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 E Walnut St
Thayer, MO 65791
(417) 264-4600
Thayer, MO 65791
(417) 264-4600
Gr: 7-12 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Thayer Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
365 E Walnut St
Thayer, MO 65791
(417) 264-4600
Thayer, MO 65791
(417) 264-4600
Gr: PK-6 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Thayer, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Thayer, MO include Thayer Sr. High School and Thayer Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Thayer?
2 public schools are located in Thayer.
What is the racial composition of students in Thayer?
Thayer public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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