For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,243 students in Rolla, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Rolla, MO are Mark Twain Elementary School, B W Robinson School and Col. John B. Wyman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rolla, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Rolla have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Rolla, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1100 Mark Twain Dr
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0170
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0170
Grades: PK-3
| 477 students
Rank: #22.
B W Robinson School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 Lanning Ln
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 368-2393
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 368-2393
Grades: K-12
| 30 students
Rank: #33.
Col. John B. Wyman Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
402 Lanning Ln
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0190
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0190
Grades: PK-3
| 455 students
Rank: #44.
Harry S. Truman Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1001 E 18th St
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0180
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0180
Grades: PK-3
| 441 students
Rank: #55.
Rolla Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1111 Soest Rd
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0120
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 458-0120
Grades: 4-6
| 840 students
Rolla, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
B W Robinson (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
300 Lanning Lane
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 368-2393
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 368-2393
Grades: Inquire with school
| 31 students
Test 123 School (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
807 West 11th Street
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 364-3915
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 364-3915
Grades: 9-12
| 160 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Rolla, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Rolla, MO include Mark Twain Elementary School, B W Robinson School and Col. John B. Wyman Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Rolla?
5 public elementary schools are located in Rolla.
What is the racial composition of students in Rolla?
Rolla public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Rolla are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Rolla include: Harry S. Truman Elementary School vs. Mark Twain Elementary School, Mark Twain Elementary School vs. Harry S. Truman Elementary School, Col. John B. Wyman Elementary School vs. Mark Twain Elementary School
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