For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 507 students in 65556, MO.
The top ranked public schools in 65556, MO are Richland Elementary School, Richland High School and Swedeborg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65556 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65556, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65556, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richland Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
714 E Jefferson
Richland, MO 65556
(573) 765-3812
Richland, MO 65556
(573) 765-3812
Gr: PK-6 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Richland High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
714 E Jefferson
Richland, MO 65556
(573) 765-3711
Richland, MO 65556
(573) 765-3711
Gr: 7-12 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Swedeborg Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
17507 Hwy T
Richland, MO 65556
(573) 736-2735
Richland, MO 65556
(573) 736-2735
Gr: PK-8 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
65556, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
714 E Jefferson
Richland, MO 65556
(573) 765-3711
Richland, MO 65556
(573) 765-3711
Gr: 7-8 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 65556, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 65556, MO include Richland Elementary School, Richland High School and Swedeborg Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65556?
3 public schools are located in 65556.
What is the racial composition of students in 65556?
65556 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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