For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 537 students in Gallatin, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Gallatin, MO are Gallatin High School, Covel D. Searcy Elementary School and Gallatin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gallatin, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Gallatin have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% 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 Gallatin, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gallatin High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
602 S Olive
Gallatin, MO 64640
(660) 663-2171
Gallatin, MO 64640
(660) 663-2171
Gr: 9-12 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Covel D. Searcy Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
502 S Olive
Gallatin, MO 64640
(660) 663-2173
Gallatin, MO 64640
(660) 663-2173
Gr: PK-4 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Gallatin Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 S. Olive St.
Gallatin, MO 64640
(660) 663-2172
Gallatin, MO 64640
(660) 663-2172
Gr: 5-8 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Gallatin, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Gallatin, MO include Gallatin High School, Covel D. Searcy Elementary School and Gallatin Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Gallatin?
3 public schools are located in Gallatin.
What is the racial composition of students in Gallatin?
Gallatin public schools minority enrollment is 3% 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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