For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 2,088 students in 65775, MO.
The top ranked public middle schools in 65775, MO are Howell Valley Elementary School, Ozark Horizon School and West Plains Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 65775 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 65775, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 65775, MO Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Howell Valley Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6461 State Rte Zz
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-2268
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-2268
Grades: PK-8
| 206 students
Rank: #22.
Ozark Horizon School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1715 Wayhaven Dr
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-2880
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-2880
Grades: K-12
| 20 students
Rank: #33.
West Plains Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
730 E Olden
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-6150
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-6150
Grades: 5-8
| 564 students
Rank: #44.
Richards Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3461 County Rd 1710
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-5239
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-5239
Grades: PK-8
| 385 students
Rank: #55.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4036 State Rte K
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-1063
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-1063
Grades: PK-8
| 487 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Glenwood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10286 State Rte 17
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-4849
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-4849
Grades: PK-8
| 245 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Junction Hill Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8004 County Rd 3010
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-4265
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-4265
Grades: PK-8
| 181 students
65775, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3461 County Rd 1710
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-5239
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-5239
Grades: 6-8
| 129 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 65775, MO?
The top ranked public middle schools in 65775, MO include Howell Valley Elementary School, Ozark Horizon School and West Plains Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 65775?
7 public middle schools are located in 65775.
What is the racial composition of students in 65775?
65775 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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