For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 717 students in 65251, MO.
The top ranked public high schools in 65251, MO are Wheeler High School and Fulton Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 65251 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 65251, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 65251 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Missouri average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fulton Sr. High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best 65251, MO Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wheeler High School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
505 E 5th St
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-2515
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-2515
Grades: 9-12
| 16 students
Rank: #22.
Fulton Sr. High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Hornet Dr
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 590-8100
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 590-8100
Grades: 9-12
| 670 students
Rank: n/an/a
Fulton Reception And Diag Center
Alternative School
Route O
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-4040
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-4040
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
1650 Hwy O
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-4188
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-4188
Grades: 6-12
| 31 students
65251, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Cremer Therapeutic Comm Center (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
Route O
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-4013
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 592-4013
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 65251, MO?
The top ranked public high schools in 65251, MO include Wheeler High School and Fulton Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in 65251?
5 public high schools are located in 65251.
What is the racial composition of students in 65251?
65251 public high schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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