For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 263 students in Essex, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Essex, MO are Richland Elementary School and Richland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Essex, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Essex have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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 Essex, MO (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richland Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
24456 State Hwy 114
Essex, MO 63846
(573) 283-5310
Essex, MO 63846
(573) 283-5310
Gr: PK-6 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Richland High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
24456 State Hwy 114
Essex, MO 63846
(573) 283-5332
Essex, MO 63846
(573) 283-5332
Gr: 7-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Essex, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Essex, MO include Richland Elementary School and Richland High School.
How many public schools are located in Essex?
2 public schools are located in Essex.
What is the racial composition of students in Essex?
Essex public schools minority enrollment is 10% 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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