Best Public Schools in Essex, MO (2025-26)

Best Essex Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 263 students in Essex, MO.

The top ranked public schools in Essex, MO are Richland Elementary School and Richland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Essex, MO public schools have an score of 72% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and score of 75% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Essex have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Missouri public schools.

Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Essex, MO (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Richland Elementary School

(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
:

10/

Top 1%

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24456 State Hwy 114
Essex, MO 63846
(573) 283-5310

Gr: PK-6 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Rank: #22.

Richland High School

(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
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10/

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24456 State Hwy 114
Essex, MO 63846
(573) 283-5332

Gr: 7-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Essex, MO?

The top ranked public schools in Essex, MO include Richland Elementary School and Richland High School.

How many public schools are located in Essex?

2 public schools are located in Essex.

What is the racial composition of students in Essex?

Essex public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).