For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 155 students in 65079, MO (there are , serving 63 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 65079, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public school in 65079, MO is Hurricane Deck Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 65079 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65079, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65079, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hurricane Deck Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
59 American Legion Drive
Sunrise Beach, MO 65079
(573) 374-5369
Sunrise Beach, MO 65079
(573) 374-5369
Grades: K-4
| 155 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 65079, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 65079, MO include Hurricane Deck Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65079?
1 public schools are located in 65079.
What percentage of students in 65079 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 65079 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65079?
65079 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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