For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,657 students in 65806, MO (there are , serving 260 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 65806, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 65806, MO are Jarrett Middle School, Campbell Elementary School and Mcgregor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65806 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65806, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65806, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jarrett Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
840 S Jefferson
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 523-6600
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 523-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Campbell Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
506 S Grant
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 523-3200
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 523-3200
Gr: PK | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Mcgregor Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1221 W Madison
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 523-5700
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 523-5700
Gr: K-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
918 S Jefferson
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 895-6832
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 895-6832
Gr: 5-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
205 Park Central East, Suite
Springfield, MO 65806
(185) 595-3412
Springfield, MO 65806
(185) 595-3412
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
205 Park Central East Ste 203
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 616-3159
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 616-3159
Gr: K-12 | 1,747 student Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 65806, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 65806, MO include Jarrett Middle School, Campbell Elementary School and Mcgregor Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65806?
7 public schools are located in 65806.
What percentage of students in 65806 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 65806 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65806?
65806 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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