For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,074 students in 63830, MO.
The top ranked public schools in 63830, MO are Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elementary School, Caruthersville High School and Caruthersville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63830 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63830, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 63830, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1727 County Hwy 536
Caruthersville, MO 63830
(573) 333-1856
Caruthersville, MO 63830
(573) 333-1856
Gr: PK-8 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Caruthersville High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1708 Ward Ave
Caruthersville, MO 63830
(573) 333-6100
Caruthersville, MO 63830
(573) 333-6100
Gr: 9-12 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Caruthersville Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 Washington Ave
Caruthersville, MO 63830
(573) 333-6100
Caruthersville, MO 63830
(573) 333-6100
Gr: PK-5 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Caruthersville Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1705 Ward Ave
Caruthersville, MO 63830
(573) 333-6100
Caruthersville, MO 63830
(573) 333-6100
Gr: 6-8 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 63830, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 63830, MO include Pemiscot Co. R-iii Elementary School, Caruthersville High School and Caruthersville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 63830?
4 public schools are located in 63830.
What is the racial composition of students in 63830?
63830 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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