For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 304 students in 65734, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 65734, MO is Purdy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 65734 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65734, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65734, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Purdy Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 S Gabby Gibbons Dr
Purdy, MO 65734
(417) 442-3217
Purdy, MO 65734
(417) 442-3217
Gr: K-6 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
65734, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
201 S Gabby Gibbons Dr
Purdy, MO 65734
(417) 442-7066
Purdy, MO 65734
(417) 442-7066
Gr: 5-8 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 65734, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65734, MO include Purdy Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65734?
1 public elementary schools are located in 65734.
What is the racial composition of students in 65734?
65734 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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