For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 212 students in Bell City, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Bell City, MO are Bell City Elementary School and Bell City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bell City, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Bell City have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bell City, MO (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bell City Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25254 Walnut St
Bell City, MO 63735
(573) 733-4444
Bell City, MO 63735
(573) 733-4444
Gr: K-6 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Bell City High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
25254 Walnut St
Bell City, MO 63735
(573) 733-4444
Bell City, MO 63735
(573) 733-4444
Gr: 7-12 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bell City, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Bell City, MO include Bell City Elementary School and Bell City High School.
How many public schools are located in Bell City?
2 public schools are located in Bell City.
What is the racial composition of students in Bell City?
Bell City public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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