For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 693 students in 64862, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64862, MO are Wildwood Elementary School and Sarcoxie High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 64862 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 64862, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64862, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wildwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
214 S 11th
Sarcoxie, MO 64862
(417) 548-3421
Sarcoxie, MO 64862
(417) 548-3421
Grades: PK-5
| 296 students
Rank: #22.
Sarcoxie High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 S 17th St
Sarcoxie, MO 64862
(417) 548-2153
Sarcoxie, MO 64862
(417) 548-2153
Grades: 6-12
| 397 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 64862, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 64862, MO include Wildwood Elementary School and Sarcoxie High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 64862?
2 public elementary schools are located in 64862.
What is the racial composition of students in 64862?
64862 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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