For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 125 students in Essex, MO.
The top-ranked public middle school in Essex, MO is Richland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Essex, MO public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Essex have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Essex, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richland High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
24456 State Hwy 114
Essex, MO 63846
(573) 283-5332
Essex, MO 63846
(573) 283-5332
Gr: 7-12 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Essex, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Essex, MO include Richland High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Essex?
1 public middle schools are located in Essex.
What is the racial composition of students in Essex?
Essex public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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