For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 522 students in Smithton, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Smithton, MO are Smithton High School and Smithton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smithton, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Smithton have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Smithton, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smithton High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
505 S Myrtle
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5318
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5318
Gr: 7-12 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #22.
Smithton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
505 S Myrtle
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5317
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5317
Gr: PK-6 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Smithton, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
505 S. Myrtle
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5316
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5316
Gr: 5-8 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Smithton, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Smithton, MO include Smithton High School and Smithton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Smithton?
2 public schools are located in Smithton.
What is the racial composition of students in Smithton?
Smithton public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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