For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 435 students in Ellington, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Ellington, MO are Ellington Elementary School and Ellington High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ellington, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Ellington have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Ellington, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ellington Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 School St
Ellington, MO 63638
(573) 663-2293
Ellington, MO 63638
(573) 663-2293
Grades: PK-5
| 201 students
Rank: #22.
Ellington High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 School St
Ellington, MO 63638
(573) 663-2291
Ellington, MO 63638
(573) 663-2291
Grades: 6-12
| 234 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Ellington, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Ellington, MO include Ellington Elementary School and Ellington High School.
How many public schools are located in Ellington?
2 public schools are located in Ellington.
What is the racial composition of students in Ellington?
Ellington public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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