For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 48 students in Thornfield, MO.
The top-ranked public school in Thornfield, MO is Thornfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Thornfield, MO public school have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Thornfield have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Thornfield, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thornfield Elementary School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
37 County Road 855
Thornfield, MO 65762
(417) 265-3212
Thornfield, MO 65762
(417) 265-3212
Gr: K-8 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Thornfield, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Thornfield, MO include Thornfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Thornfield?
1 public schools are located in Thornfield.
What is the racial composition of students in Thornfield?
Thornfield public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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