For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 188 students in 65649, MO.
The top ranked public elementary school in 65649, MO is Fair Play Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 65649 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65649, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65649, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fair Play Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
301 N Walnut
Fair Play, MO 65649
(417) 654-2233
Fair Play, MO 65649
(417) 654-2233
Gr: K-6 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 65649, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 65649, MO include Fair Play Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65649?
1 public elementary schools are located in 65649.
What is the racial composition of students in 65649?
65649 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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