For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 98 students in Schell City, MO.
The top ranked public school in Schell City, MO is Northeast Vernon Co. R-i Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Schell City, MO public school have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Schell City have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Schell City, MO (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northeast Vernon Co. R-i Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
150 N Hickory St
Schell City, MO 64783
(417) 432-3196
Schell City, MO 64783
(417) 432-3196
Gr: PK-6 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Schell City, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Schell City, MO include Northeast Vernon Co. R-i Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Schell City?
1 public schools are located in Schell City.
What is the racial composition of students in Schell City?
Schell City public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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