For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 299 students in Smithton, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Smithton, MO is Smithton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smithton, MO public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Smithton have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Smithton, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 elementary schools in Smithton, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Smithton, MO include Smithton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Smithton?
1 public elementary schools are located in Smithton.
What is the racial composition of students in Smithton?
Smithton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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