For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,102 students in 65065, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 65065, MO are Osage Beach Elementary School, Osage Upper Elementary School and Osage Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 65065 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65065, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65065, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Osage Beach Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1241 Nichols Road
Osage Beach, MO 65065
(573) 348-2461
Osage Beach, MO 65065
(573) 348-2461
Grades: K-4
| 222 students
Rank: #22.
Osage Upper Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
626 Hwy 42
Osage Beach, MO 65065
(573) 348-0004
Osage Beach, MO 65065
(573) 348-0004
Grades: 3-5
| 404 students
Rank: #33.
Osage Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
635 Hwy 42
Osage Beach, MO 65065
(573) 552-8326
Osage Beach, MO 65065
(573) 552-8326
Grades: 6-8
| 476 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 65065, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 65065, MO include Osage Beach Elementary School, Osage Upper Elementary School and Osage Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65065?
3 public elementary schools are located in 65065.
What is the racial composition of students in 65065?
65065 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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