For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 228 students in Wardell, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Wardell, MO are Ross Elementary School and North Pemiscot Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wardell, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Wardell have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Wardell, MO (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ross Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
102 School Drive
Wardell, MO 63879
(573) 359-0543
Wardell, MO 63879
(573) 359-0543
Gr: PK-5 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
North Pemiscot Sr. High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
102 School Dr
Wardell, MO 63879
(573) 628-3465
Wardell, MO 63879
(573) 628-3465
Gr: 6-12 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Wardell, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Wardell, MO include Ross Elementary School and North Pemiscot Sr. High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Wardell?
2 public elementary schools are located in Wardell.
What is the racial composition of students in Wardell?
Wardell public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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