For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 566 students in Plato, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Plato, MO are Plato Elementary School and Plato High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Plato, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Plato have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Plato, MO (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plato Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10645 Plato Dr
Plato, MO 65552
(417) 458-4700
Plato, MO 65552
(417) 458-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Plato High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10645 Plato Dr
Plato, MO 65552
(417) 458-4980
Plato, MO 65552
(417) 458-4980
Gr: 6-12 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Plato, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Plato, MO include Plato Elementary School and Plato High School.
How many public schools are located in Plato?
2 public schools are located in Plato.
What is the racial composition of students in Plato?
Plato public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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