For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 440 students in Wheaton, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Wheaton, MO are Wheaton High School and Wheaton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wheaton, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Wheaton have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Wheaton, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wheaton High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
116 Mccall
Wheaton, MO 64874
(417) 652-7249
Wheaton, MO 64874
(417) 652-7249
Gr: 7-12 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Wheaton Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
116 Mccall
Wheaton, MO 64874
(417) 652-7240
Wheaton, MO 64874
(417) 652-7240
Gr: PK-6 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Wheaton, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Wheaton, MO include Wheaton High School and Wheaton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Wheaton?
2 public schools are located in Wheaton.
What is the racial composition of students in Wheaton?
Wheaton public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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