For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,947 students in 65810, MO (there are , serving 103 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 65810, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65810, MO are Cherokee Middle School, Gray Elementary School and Mcbride Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65810 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65810, MO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65810, MO Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherokee Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
420 E Farm Rd 182
Springfield, MO 65810
(417) 523-7200
Springfield, MO 65810
(417) 523-7200
Gr: 6-8 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Gray Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2102 W Farm Rd 182
Springfield, MO 65810
(417) 523-4000
Springfield, MO 65810
(417) 523-4000
Gr: PK-4 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Mcbride Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5005 S Farm Rd 135
Springfield, MO 65810
(417) 523-4500
Springfield, MO 65810
(417) 523-4500
Gr: PK-4 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
David Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3055 W Kildee Lane
Springfield, MO 65810
(417) 523-5800
Springfield, MO 65810
(417) 523-5800
Gr: PK-4 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65810, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65810, MO include Cherokee Middle School, Gray Elementary School and Mcbride Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65810?
4 public schools are located in 65810.
What percentage of students in 65810 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 65810 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65810?
65810 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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