For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 535 students in 63869, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63869, MO are New Madrid Elementary School and Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 63869 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 63869, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 63869, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Madrid Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
955 Us Hwy 61
New Madrid, MO 63869
(573) 748-5568
New Madrid, MO 63869
(573) 748-5568
Gr: PK-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Central Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
308 Us Hwy 61
New Madrid, MO 63869
(573) 688-2176
New Madrid, MO 63869
(573) 688-2176
Gr: 6-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 63869, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63869, MO include New Madrid Elementary School and Central Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 63869?
3 public elementary schools are located in 63869.
What is the racial composition of students in 63869?
63869 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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