For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 315 students in La Monte, MO (there are , serving 28 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in La Monte, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in La Monte, MO are La Monte Elementary School and La Monte High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
La Monte, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in La Monte have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 Public Schools in La Monte, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
La Monte Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 S Washington
La Monte, MO 65337
(660) 347-5621
La Monte, MO 65337
(660) 347-5621
Grades: PK-6
| 176 students
Rank: #22.
La Monte High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
301 S Washington
La Monte, MO 65337
(660) 347-5439
La Monte, MO 65337
(660) 347-5439
Grades: 7-12
| 139 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in La Monte, MO?
The top ranked public schools in La Monte, MO include La Monte Elementary School and La Monte High School.
How many public schools are located in Lante?
2 public schools are located in Lante.
What percentage of students in Lante go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Lante are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Lante?
Lante 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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