For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 235 students in 65257, MO.
The top ranked public schools in 65257, MO are Higbee High School, Higbee Elementary School and Higbee Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 65257 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65257, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65257, MO ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Higbee High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
101 Evans St
Higbee, MO 65257
(660) 456-7206
Higbee, MO 65257
(660) 456-7206
Grades: 9-12
| 74 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Higbee Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
101 Evans St
Higbee, MO 65257
(660) 456-7206
Higbee, MO 65257
(660) 456-7206
Grades: PK-5
| 111 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Higbee Middle School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
101 Evans St.
Higbee, MO 65257
(660) 456-7206
Higbee, MO 65257
(660) 456-7206
Grades: 6-8
| 50 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 65257, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 65257, MO include Higbee High School, Higbee Elementary School and Higbee Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 65257?
3 public schools are located in 65257.
What is the racial composition of students in 65257?
65257 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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