For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 779 students in Puxico, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Puxico, MO are Mingo Puxico Technical High School, Puxico Jr. High School and Puxico Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Puxico, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Puxico have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Puxico, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mingo Puxico Technical High School
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
481 N Bedford St
Puxico, MO 63960
(573) 222-2675
Puxico, MO 63960
(573) 222-2675
Grades: 12
| 43 students
Rank: #22.
Puxico Jr. High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
481 N Bedford St
Puxico, MO 63960
(573) 222-3058
Puxico, MO 63960
(573) 222-3058
Grades: 6-8
| 168 students
Rank: #33.
Puxico Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
481 N Bedford St
Puxico, MO 63960
(573) 222-3542
Puxico, MO 63960
(573) 222-3542
Grades: PK-5
| 359 students
Rank: #44.
Puxico High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
481 N Bedford St
Puxico, MO 63960
(573) 222-3175
Puxico, MO 63960
(573) 222-3175
Grades: 9-12
| 209 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Puxico, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Puxico, MO include Mingo Puxico Technical High School, Puxico Jr. High School and Puxico Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Puxico?
4 public schools are located in Puxico.
What is the racial composition of students in Puxico?
Puxico public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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