For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,807 students in 63857, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 28 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 63857, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 63857, MO are South Elementary School, Kennett High School and Kennett Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63857 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63857, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63857, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
920 S Kennett St
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1130
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1130
Gr: 3-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Kennett High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1400 W Washington St
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1120
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1120
Gr: 9-12 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Kennett Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
510 College Ave
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1105
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1105
Gr: 6-8 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
Diagnostic Center
Special Education School
205 Wiggs St
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1132
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1132
Gr: PK-12
Rank: n/an/a
1600 Ely Street
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1115
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1115
Gr: PK | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
1600 Ely St
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1115
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1115
Gr: K-2 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
Kennett Career Tech. Center
Vocational School
1400 W Washington St
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1123
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1123
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 63857, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 63857, MO include South Elementary School, Kennett High School and Kennett Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 63857?
7 public schools are located in 63857.
What percentage of students in 63857 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 63857 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 63857?
63857 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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