For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 484 students in Bernie, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Bernie, MO are Bernie Elementary School and Bernie High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bernie, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Bernie have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bernie, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bernie Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
121 S Spiker
Bernie, MO 63822
(573) 293-5335
Bernie, MO 63822
(573) 293-5335
Gr: PK-6 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Bernie High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
516 W Main
Bernie, MO 63822
(573) 293-5334
Bernie, MO 63822
(573) 293-5334
Gr: 7-12 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bernie, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Bernie, MO include Bernie Elementary School and Bernie High School.
How many public schools are located in Bernie?
2 public schools are located in Bernie.
What is the racial composition of students in Bernie?
Bernie public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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