For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 933 students in Hickory County, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Hickory County, MO are Weaubleau High School, Hermitage Elementary School and Weaubleau Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hickory County, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Hickory County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Hickory County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Weaubleau High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
509 N Center
Weaubleau, MO 65774
(417) 428-3368
Weaubleau, MO 65774
(417) 428-3368
Grades: 7-12
| 172 students
Rank: #22.
Hermitage Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23824 Polk Street
Hermitage, MO 65668
(417) 745-6277
Hermitage, MO 65668
(417) 745-6277
Grades: PK-5
| 141 students
Rank: #33.
Weaubleau Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
509 N Center
Weaubleau, MO 65774
(417) 428-3668
Weaubleau, MO 65774
(417) 428-3668
Grades: PK-6
| 202 students
Rank: #44.
Wheatland Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18808 State Highway 83
Wheatland, MO 65779
(417) 282-5833
Wheatland, MO 65779
(417) 282-5833
Grades: PK-6
| 140 students
Rank: #55.
Wheatland High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
18808 State Highway 83
Wheatland, MO 65779
(417) 282-5833
Wheatland, MO 65779
(417) 282-5833
Grades: 7-12
| 136 students
Rank: #66.
Hermitage High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
23824 Polk Street
Hermitage, MO 65668
(417) 745-6417
Hermitage, MO 65668
(417) 745-6417
Grades: 9-12
| 85 students
Rank: #77.
Hermitage Middle School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
23824 Polk Street
Hermitage, MO 65668
(417) 745-6417
Hermitage, MO 65668
(417) 745-6417
Grades: 6-8
| 57 students
Hickory County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
509 N Center
Weaubleau, MO 65774
(417) 428-3368
Weaubleau, MO 65774
(417) 428-3368
Grades: 7-12
| 212 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hickory County, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Hickory County, MO include Weaubleau High School, Hermitage Elementary School and Weaubleau Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hickory County?
7 public schools are located in Hickory County.
What is the racial composition of students in Hickory County?
Hickory County public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Hickory County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hickory County include: Hermitage High School vs. Wheatland High School, Weaubleau High School vs. Wheatland High School, Wheatland High School vs. Hermitage High School
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