For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 160 students in Risco, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Risco, MO are Risco High School and Risco Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Risco, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Risco have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Risco, MO (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Risco High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Hwy 62
Risco, MO 63874
(573) 396-5568
Risco, MO 63874
(573) 396-5568
Gr: 7-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Risco Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Hwy 62
Risco, MO 63874
(573) 396-5501
Risco, MO 63874
(573) 396-5501
Gr: PK-6 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Risco, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Risco, MO include Risco High School and Risco Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Risco?
2 public schools are located in Risco.
What is the racial composition of students in Risco?
Risco public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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