For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,457 students in 65026, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65026, MO are Dogwood Hills School, Eldon Middle School and Eldon Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 65026 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65026, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65026, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dogwood Hills School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
114 N Spruce
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-5593
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-5593
Gr: K-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Eldon Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 N Grand Ave
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8020
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8020
Gr: 6-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Eldon Upper Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
409 E 15th St
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-6364
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-6364
Gr: 3-5 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #44.
South Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1210 S Maple St
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8030
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8030
Gr: PK-2 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 65026, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65026, MO include Dogwood Hills School, Eldon Middle School and Eldon Upper Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65026?
4 public elementary schools are located in 65026.
What is the racial composition of students in 65026?
65026 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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