For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 418 students in Kennett, MO.
The top-ranked public middle school in Kennett, MO is Kennett Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kennett, MO public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Kennett have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Kennett, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kennett Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
510 College Ave
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1105
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1105
Gr: 6-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Diagnostic Center
Special Education School
205 Wiggs St
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1132
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1132
Gr: PK-12
Kennett, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
205 Wiggs St
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1140
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1140
Gr: K | 175 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Kennett, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Kennett, MO include Kennett Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Kennett?
2 public middle schools are located in Kennett.
What is the racial composition of students in Kennett?
Kennett public middle schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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