For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 770 students in 64840, MO.
The top ranked public schools in 64840, MO are Diamond Elementary School, Diamond High School and Diamond Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64840 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64840, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64840, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Diamond Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
401 S Main
Diamond, MO 64840
(417) 325-5189
Diamond, MO 64840
(417) 325-5189
Grades: PK-4
| 316 students
Rank: #22.
Diamond High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
401 S Main
Diamond, MO 64840
(417) 325-5188
Diamond, MO 64840
(417) 325-5188
Grades: 9-12
| 247 students
Rank: #33.
Diamond Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
401 S Main
Diamond, MO 64840
(417) 325-5336
Diamond, MO 64840
(417) 325-5336
Grades: 5-8
| 207 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64840, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64840, MO include Diamond Elementary School, Diamond High School and Diamond Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 64840?
3 public schools are located in 64840.
What is the racial composition of students in 64840?
64840 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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