For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 498 students in 63877, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63877, MO are South Pemiscot High School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 63877 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 63877, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63877, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Pemiscot High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
611 Beasley Rd
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-3342
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-3342
Gr: 6-12 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
611 Beasley Rd
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-4781
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-4781
Gr: 1-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 63877, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63877, MO include South Pemiscot High School and Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 63877?
2 public elementary schools are located in 63877.
What is the racial composition of students in 63877?
63877 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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