For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 470 students in 65248, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 65248, MO are Laurence J. Daly Elementary School and Wm. N. Clark Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 65248 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65248, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65248, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laurence J. Daly Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
702 Lucky St
Fayette, MO 65248
(660) 248-3800
Fayette, MO 65248
(660) 248-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Wm. N. Clark Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
704 Lucky St
Fayette, MO 65248
(660) 248-3800
Fayette, MO 65248
(660) 248-3800
Gr: 6-8 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 65248, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 65248, MO include Laurence J. Daly Elementary School and Wm. N. Clark Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65248?
2 public elementary schools are located in 65248.
What is the racial composition of students in 65248?
65248 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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