For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,150 students in 65473, MO.
The top ranked public schools in 65473, MO are Thayer Elementary School, Partridge Elementary School and Wood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65473 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65473, MO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65473, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thayer Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4273 Thayer St
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 842-2200
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 842-2200
Grades: K-5
| 217 students
Rank: #22.
Partridge Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7078 Young St
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 842-2600
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 842-2600
Grades: K-5
| 374 students
Rank: #33.
Wood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4590 Buckeye Ave
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 842-2625
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 842-2625
Grades: K-5
| 289 students
Rank: n/an/a
12225 Pulaski Avenue
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 842-2650
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 842-2650
Grades: PK
| 270 students
65473, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6824 Pulaski Ave
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 329-4366
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 329-4366
Grades: PK-1
| 222 students
7077 Indiana Ave
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 329-4081
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 329-4081
Grades: K-5
| 296 students
8478 Buckeye Ave
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 329-6262
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 329-6262
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
7075 Pulaski Ave
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 329-3855
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
(573) 329-3855
Grades: 2-5
| 235 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 65473, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 65473, MO include Thayer Elementary School, Partridge Elementary School and Wood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65473?
4 public schools are located in 65473.
What is the racial composition of students in 65473?
65473 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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