For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 424 students in 65608, MO.
The top ranked public high school in 65608, MO is Ava High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 65608 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 65608, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 65608 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ava High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best 65608, MO Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ava High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
507 North Spring Street
Ava, MO 65608
(417) 683-5747
Ava, MO 65608
(417) 683-5747
Gr: 9-12 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 65608, MO?
The top ranked public high schools in 65608, MO include Ava High School.
How many public high schools are located in 65608?
1 public high schools are located in 65608.
What is the racial composition of students in 65608?
65608 public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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