For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 164 students in Mendon, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Mendon, MO are Northwestern High School and Northwestern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mendon, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Mendon have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Mendon, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18475 Hwy 11
Mendon, MO 64660
(660) 272-3201
Mendon, MO 64660
(660) 272-3201
Gr: 7-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Northwestern Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
18475 Hwy 11
Mendon, MO 64660
(660) 272-3201
Mendon, MO 64660
(660) 272-3201
Gr: PK-6 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Mendon, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 43
Mendon, MO 64660
(660) 272-3201
Mendon, MO 64660
(660) 272-3201
Gr: 5-8 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Mendon, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Mendon, MO include Northwestern High School and Northwestern Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Mendon?
2 public schools are located in Mendon.
What is the racial composition of students in Mendon?
Mendon public schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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