For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 209 students in Atlanta, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Atlanta, MO are Atlanta Elementary School and Atlanta High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Atlanta, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Atlanta have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Atlanta, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Atlanta Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 S Atterberry
Atlanta, MO 63530
(660) 239-4211
Atlanta, MO 63530
(660) 239-4211
Gr: K-6 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Atlanta High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 S Atterberry
Atlanta, MO 63530
(660) 239-4211
Atlanta, MO 63530
(660) 239-4211
Gr: 7-12 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Atlanta, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Atlanta, MO include Atlanta Elementary School and Atlanta High School.
How many public schools are located in Atlanta?
2 public schools are located in Atlanta.
What is the racial composition of students in Atlanta?
Atlanta public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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