For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 98 students in Hale, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Hale, MO are Hale Elementary School and Hale High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hale, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Hale have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Hale, MO (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hale Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
518 Main St
Hale, MO 64643
(660) 565-2417
Hale, MO 64643
(660) 565-2417
Gr: PK-5 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Hale High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
518 Main St
Hale, MO 64643
(660) 565-2417
Hale, MO 64643
(660) 565-2417
Gr: 6-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hale, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Hale, MO include Hale Elementary School and Hale High School.
How many public schools are located in Hale?
2 public schools are located in Hale.
What is the racial composition of students in Hale?
Hale public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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