For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 146 students in La Plata, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary school in La Plata, MO is La Plata Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
La Plata, MO public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in La Plata have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in La Plata, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Plata Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 W Moore
La Plata, MO 63549
(660) 332-7003
La Plata, MO 63549
(660) 332-7003
Gr: K-6 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in La Plata, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in La Plata, MO include La Plata Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in La Plata?
1 public elementary schools are located in La Plata.
What is the racial composition of students in La Plata?
La Plata public elementary schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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