For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,005 students in Strafford, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Strafford, MO are Strafford High School, Strafford Elementary School and Strafford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Strafford, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Strafford have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Strafford, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Strafford High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
211 W Mccabe
Strafford, MO 65757
(417) 736-7000
Strafford, MO 65757
(417) 736-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Strafford Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
310 W Mccabe
Strafford, MO 65757
(417) 736-7000
Strafford, MO 65757
(417) 736-7000
Gr: K-4 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Strafford Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
213 W Mccabe
Strafford, MO 65757
(417) 736-7000
Strafford, MO 65757
(417) 736-7000
Gr: 5-8 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Strafford, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Strafford, MO include Strafford High School, Strafford Elementary School and Strafford Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Strafford?
4 public schools are located in Strafford.
What is the racial composition of students in Strafford?
Strafford public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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