For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 501 students in Belle, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Belle, MO are Belle Elementary School and Belle High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Belle, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Belle 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 Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Belle, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belle Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
402 W Third
Belle, MO 65013
(573) 859-3326
Belle, MO 65013
(573) 859-3326
Gr: PK-4 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Belle High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
504 W Third
Belle, MO 65013
(573) 859-6114
Belle, MO 65013
(573) 859-6114
Gr: 9-12 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Belle, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Belle, MO include Belle Elementary School and Belle High School.
How many public schools are located in Belle?
2 public schools are located in Belle.
What is the racial composition of students in Belle?
Belle public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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