For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,253 students in Smithville, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Smithville, MO are Horizon Elementary School, Maple Elementary School and Eagle Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smithville, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Smithville have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% 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 Public Elementary Schools in Smithville, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Horizon Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
695 S Commercial Ave
Smithville, MO 64089
(816) 532-4566
Smithville, MO 64089
(816) 532-4566
Grades: K-6
| 435 students
Rank: #22.
Maple Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
600 Maple St
Smithville, MO 64089
(816) 532-0589
Smithville, MO 64089
(816) 532-0589
Grades: PK-6
| 353 students
Rank: #33.
Eagle Heights Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18801 Eagle Parkway
Smithville, MO 64089
(816) 532-5959
Smithville, MO 64089
(816) 532-5959
Grades: K-6
| 465 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Smithville, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Smithville, MO include Horizon Elementary School, Maple Elementary School and Eagle Heights Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Smithville?
3 public elementary schools are located in Smithville.
What is the racial composition of students in Smithville?
Smithville 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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