For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 696 students in 63020, MO.
The top ranked public middle schools in 63020, MO are Desoto Jr. High School and Sunrise Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 63020 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 63020, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 63020, MO Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desoto Jr. High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
731 Amvets Dr
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1030
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-1030
Gr: 7-8 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Sunrise Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4485 Sunrise School Rd
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-6660
De Soto, MO 63020
(636) 586-6660
Gr: PK-8 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 63020, MO?
The top ranked public middle schools in 63020, MO include Desoto Jr. High School and Sunrise Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 63020?
2 public middle schools are located in 63020.
What is the racial composition of students in 63020?
63020 public middle schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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