For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 229 students in Cosby, MO.
The top-ranked public school in Cosby, MO is Avenue City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cosby, MO public school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Cosby have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Cosby, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Avenue City Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
18069 Hwy 169
Cosby, MO 64436
(816) 662-2305
Cosby, MO 64436
(816) 662-2305
Gr: PK-8 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cosby, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Cosby, MO include Avenue City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Cosby?
1 public schools are located in Cosby.
What is the racial composition of students in Cosby?
Cosby public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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