For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,015 students in 65026, MO (there are , serving 2 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 65026, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65026, MO are Eldon High School, Dogwood Hills School and Eldon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65026 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65026, MO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 65026, MO Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eldon High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
101 S Pine St
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8010
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8010
Gr: 9-12 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Dogwood Hills School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
114 N Spruce
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-5593
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-5593
Gr: K-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Eldon Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 N Grand Ave
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8020
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8020
Gr: 6-8 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #44.
Eldon Upper Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
409 E 15th St
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-6364
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-6364
Gr: 3-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #55.
South Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1210 S Maple St
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8030
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8030
Gr: PK-2 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
65026, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Dogwood Hills (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
114 N Spruce
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-5593
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-5593
Gr: Inquire with school | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65026, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65026, MO include Eldon High School, Dogwood Hills School and Eldon Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 65026?
6 public schools are located in 65026.
What percentage of students in 65026 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 65026 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65026?
65026 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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