For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,584 students in 64836, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64836, MO are Mark Twain Elementary School, Steadley Elementary School and Pleasant Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 64836 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64836, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64836, MO ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1435 S Main
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7080
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7080
Grades: K-3
| 169 students
Rank: #22.
Steadley Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1814 W Fir Rd
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7065
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7065
Grades: K-3
| 350 students
Rank: #33.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
652 County Rd 180
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7085
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7085
Grades: PK-3
| 158 students
Rank: #44.
Carthage 6th Grade Center
(Math: 43% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
714 S Main
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7016
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7016
Grades: 6
| 393 students
Rank: #55.
Carthage Intermediate Center
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2851 S. Chapel
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7246
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7246
Grades: 4-5
| 725 students
Rank: #66.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1201 E Fairview
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7070
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7070
Grades: K-3
| 411 students
Rank: #77.
Columbian Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1015 W Macon
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7060
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7060
Grades: K-3
| 378 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 64836, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64836, MO include Mark Twain Elementary School, Steadley Elementary School and Pleasant Valley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64836?
7 public elementary schools are located in 64836.
What is the racial composition of students in 64836?
64836 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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