For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,371 students in Waynesville, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Waynesville, MO are 6th Grade Center and Waynesville East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waynesville, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Waynesville have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Waynesville, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
6th Grade Center
(Math: 46% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
810 Roosevelt Street
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2300
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2300
Gr: 6 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Waynesville East Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1501 State Rd F
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2150
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2150
Gr: K-5 | 920 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Waynesville, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 4067
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 774-5353
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 774-5353
Gr: 6-12 | 38 students Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Waynesville, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Waynesville, MO include 6th Grade Center and Waynesville East Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Waynesville?
2 public elementary schools are located in Waynesville.
What is the racial composition of students in Waynesville?
Waynesville public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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