For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,350 students in Waynesville, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Waynesville, MO are Waynesville East Elementary School and 6th Grade Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waynesville, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Waynesville have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Waynesville, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waynesville East Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1501 State Rd F
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2150
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2150
Grades: K-5
| 909 students
Rank: #22.
6th Grade Center
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
810 Roosevelt Street
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2300
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 842-2300
Grades: 6
| 441 students
Waynesville, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 4067
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 774-5353
Waynesville, MO 65583
(573) 774-5353
Grades: 6-12
| 38 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Waynesville, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Waynesville, MO include Waynesville East Elementary School and 6th Grade Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in Waynesville?
2 public elementary schools are located in Waynesville.
What is the racial composition of students in Waynesville?
Waynesville public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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