For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 124 students in 65257, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in 65257, MO is Higbee High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 65257 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 65257, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 65257 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Higbee High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 65257, MO Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Higbee High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
101 Evans St
Higbee, MO 65257
(660) 456-7206
Higbee, MO 65257
(660) 456-7206
Gr: 6-12 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 65257, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 65257, MO include Higbee High School.
How many public high schools are located in 65257?
1 public high schools are located in 65257.
What is the racial composition of students in 65257?
65257 public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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