For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 531 students in 65772, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 65772, MO are Southwest Elementary School and Southwest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 65772 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65772, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65772, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwest Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
529 E. Pineville Road
Washburn, MO 65772
(417) 826-5411
Washburn, MO 65772
(417) 826-5411
Gr: PK-4 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Southwest Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
529 E. Pineville Road
Washburn, MO 65772
(417) 826-5050
Washburn, MO 65772
(417) 826-5050
Gr: 5-8 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 65772, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 65772, MO include Southwest Elementary School and Southwest Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65772?
2 public elementary schools are located in 65772.
What is the racial composition of students in 65772?
65772 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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