For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 421 students in Slater, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Slater, MO are Alexander Elementary School, Orearville Elementary School and Slater High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Slater, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Slater have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Slater, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alexander Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
515 N Elm
Slater, MO 65349
(660) 529-2278
Slater, MO 65349
(660) 529-2278
Grades: PK-8
| 220 students
Rank: #22.
Orearville Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
32524 E Highway P
Slater, MO 65349
(660) 529-2481
Slater, MO 65349
(660) 529-2481
Grades: PK-8
| 66 students
Rank: #33.
Slater High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
515 N Elm
Slater, MO 65349
(660) 529-2278
Slater, MO 65349
(660) 529-2278
Grades: 9-12
| 135 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Slater, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Slater, MO include Alexander Elementary School, Orearville Elementary School and Slater High School.
How many public schools are located in Slater?
3 public schools are located in Slater.
What is the racial composition of students in Slater?
Slater public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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