For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 50 students in 65257, MO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 65257, MO is Higbee Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 65257 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 65257, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 65257, MO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Higbee Middle School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
101 Evans St.
Higbee, MO 65257
(660) 456-7206
Higbee, MO 65257
(660) 456-7206
Gr: 6-8 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 65257, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 65257, MO include Higbee Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 65257?
1 public middle schools are located in 65257.
What is the racial composition of students in 65257?
65257 public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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