For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,032 students in 65781, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 65781, MO are Willard North Elementary School, Willard East Elementary School and Willard Intermediate North. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 65781 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65781, MO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65781, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willard North Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
409 Farmer Rd
Willard, MO 65781
(417) 742-2597
Willard, MO 65781
(417) 742-2597
Gr: PK-4 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Willard East Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
518 Kime
Willard, MO 65781
(417) 742-4639
Willard, MO 65781
(417) 742-4639
Gr: PK-4 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #33.
Willard Intermediate North
(Math: 51% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
407 Farmer Rd
Willard, MO 65781
(417) 742-4242
Willard, MO 65781
(417) 742-4242
Gr: 5-6 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 65781, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 65781, MO include Willard North Elementary School, Willard East Elementary School and Willard Intermediate North.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65781?
3 public elementary schools are located in 65781.
What is the racial composition of students in 65781?
65781 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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