For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 826 students in Forsyth, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Forsyth, MO are Forsyth Elementary School and Forsyth Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Forsyth, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Forsyth have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Forsyth, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forsyth Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
178 Panther St
Forsyth, MO 65653
(417) 546-6381
Forsyth, MO 65653
(417) 546-6381
Gr: PK-4 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Forsyth Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
178 Panther St
Forsyth, MO 65653
(417) 546-6382
Forsyth, MO 65653
(417) 546-6382
Gr: 5-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Forsyth, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Forsyth, MO include Forsyth Elementary School and Forsyth Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Forsyth?
2 public elementary schools are located in Forsyth.
What is the racial composition of students in Forsyth?
Forsyth public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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