For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 807 students in 63736, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 63736, MO are Kelso Elementary School, Scott Co. Elementary School and Scott Co. Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 63736 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 63736, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 63736, MO Public Elementary 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.
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: #33.
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 elementary schools in 63736, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 63736, MO include Kelso Elementary School, Scott Co. Elementary School and Scott Co. Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 63736?
3 public elementary schools are located in 63736.
What is the racial composition of students in 63736?
63736 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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