For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 155 students in Golden City, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Golden City, MO are Golden City Elementary School and Golden City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Golden City, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Golden City have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Golden City, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Golden City Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1208 Walnut St
Golden City, MO 64748
(417) 537-4272
Golden City, MO 64748
(417) 537-4272
Grades: PK-5
| 79 students
Rank: #22.
Golden City High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1208 Walnut St
Golden City, MO 64748
(417) 537-8311
Golden City, MO 64748
(417) 537-8311
Grades: 6-12
| 76 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Golden City, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Golden City, MO include Golden City Elementary School and Golden City High School.
How many public schools are located in Golden City?
2 public schools are located in Golden City.
What is the racial composition of students in Golden City?
Golden City public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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