Top 5 Best 65583 Missouri Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,988 students in 65583, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 149 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 65583, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 65583, MO are Waynesville East Elementary School, 6th Grade Center and Waynesville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65583 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65583, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).

Best 65583, MO Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waynesville East Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1501 State Rd F
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2150
Grades: K-5
| 909 students
Rank: #22.
6th Grade Center
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
810 Roosevelt Street
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2300
Grades: 6
| 441 students
Rank: #33.
Waynesville Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1001 Historic 66 West
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2550
Grades: 7-8
| 903 students
Rank: #44.
Waynesville Sr. High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
200 G W Ln
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,693 students
Rank: n/an/a
909 Us Rte. 66 W
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2350
Grades: PK
| 42 students
Rank: n/an/a
Waynesville Career Center
Vocational School
400 G.w. Lane
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2500
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 65583 Missouri

65583, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 4067
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 774-5353
Grades: 6-12
| 38 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 65583, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 65583, MO include Waynesville East Elementary School, 6th Grade Center and Waynesville Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 65583?
6 public schools are located in 65583.
What percentage of students in 65583 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 65583 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65583?
65583 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).

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