For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 629 students in Fordland, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Fordland, MO are Fordland High School, Fordland Middle School and Fordland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fordland, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Fordland have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Fordland, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fordland High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1248 School St
Fordland, MO 65652
(417) 767-4555
Fordland, MO 65652
(417) 767-4555
Grades: 9-12
| 198 students
Rank: #22.
Fordland Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1230 School St
Fordland, MO 65652
(417) 767-4554
Fordland, MO 65652
(417) 767-4554
Grades: 6-8
| 145 students
Rank: #33.
Fordland Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
252 N Center St
Fordland, MO 65652
(417) 767-2307
Fordland, MO 65652
(417) 767-2307
Grades: PK-5
| 286 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ozark Correctional Center
Alternative School
929 Honor Camp Ln
Fordland, MO 65652
(417) 767-4491
Fordland, MO 65652
(417) 767-4491
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Fordland, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Fordland, MO include Fordland High School, Fordland Middle School and Fordland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Fordland?
4 public schools are located in Fordland.
What is the racial composition of students in Fordland?
Fordland public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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