For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,122 students in 63736, MO (there are , serving 100 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 63736, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 63736, MO are Kelso Elementary School, Thomas W. Kelly High School and Scott Co. Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63736 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63736, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 63736, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kelso Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
820 State Hwy A
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3357
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3357
Grades: PK-8
| 210 students
Rank: #22.
Thomas W. Kelly High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4035 State Hwy 77
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Grades: 9-12
| 315 students
Rank: #33.
Scott Co. Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4035 State Hwy 77
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Grades: PK-5
| 401 students
Rank: #44.
Scott Co. Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4035 State Hwy 77
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Grades: 6-8
| 196 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 63736, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 63736, MO include Kelso Elementary School, Thomas W. Kelly High School and Scott Co. Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 63736?
4 public schools are located in 63736.
What percentage of students in 63736 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 63736 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 63736?
63736 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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