For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,209 students in Trenton, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Trenton, MO are Pleasant View Elementary School, S.m Rissler Elementary School and Trenton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Trenton, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Trenton have an average ranking of 5/10, 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 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Trenton, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pleasant View Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
128 Se 20th St
Trenton, MO 64683
(660) 359-3438
Trenton, MO 64683
(660) 359-3438
Grades: PK-8
| 151 students
Rank: #22.
S.m Rissler Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
804 W 4th Terr
Trenton, MO 64683
(660) 359-2228
Trenton, MO 64683
(660) 359-2228
Grades: PK-4
| 438 students
Rank: #33.
Trenton High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1415 Oklahoma Ave
Trenton, MO 64683
(660) 359-2291
Trenton, MO 64683
(660) 359-2291
Grades: 9-12
| 316 students
Rank: #44.
Trenton Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1417 Oklahoma Ave
Trenton, MO 64683
(660) 359-4328
Trenton, MO 64683
(660) 359-4328
Grades: 5-8
| 304 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Trenton, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Trenton, MO include Pleasant View Elementary School, S.m Rissler Elementary School and Trenton High School.
How many public schools are located in Trenton?
4 public schools are located in Trenton.
What is the racial composition of students in Trenton?
Trenton public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Trenton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Trenton include: S.m Rissler Elementary School vs. Pleasant View Elementary School, Pleasant View Elementary School vs. S.m Rissler Elementary School
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