For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,020 students in 65712, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 65712, MO are Mount Vernon Intermediate and Mount Vernon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 65712 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65712, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65712, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mount Vernon Intermediate
(Math: 52% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
260 W Hwy 174
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-2312
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-2312
Gr: 3-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Mount Vernon Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
731 S Landrum St
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-3137
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-3137
Gr: 6-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
301 E Blaze Rd
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-7512
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-7512
Gr: K-2 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
500 State Dr
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-0292
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-0292
Gr: 6-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 65712, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 65712, MO include Mount Vernon Intermediate and Mount Vernon Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65712?
4 public elementary schools are located in 65712.
What is the racial composition of students in 65712?
65712 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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