For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 809 students in Licking, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Licking, MO are Licking High School and Licking Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Licking, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Licking have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Licking, MO (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Licking High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
135 College Avenue
Licking, MO 65542
(573) 674-2711
Licking, MO 65542
(573) 674-2711
Gr: 7-12 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Licking Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
135 College Ave
Licking, MO 65542
(573) 674-3211
Licking, MO 65542
(573) 674-3211
Gr: PK-6 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
South Central Correctional Center
Alternative School
255 Hwy 32 W
Licking, MO 65542
(573) 674-4470
Licking, MO 65542
(573) 674-4470
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Licking, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Licking, MO include Licking High School and Licking Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Licking?
3 public schools are located in Licking.
What is the racial composition of students in Licking?
Licking public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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