For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 428 students in Advance, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 28 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Advance, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Advance, MO are Advance Elementary School and Advance High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Advance, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Advance have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Advance, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Advance Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 School Street
Advance, MO 63730
(573) 722-3564
Advance, MO 63730
(573) 722-3564
Gr: K-6 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Advance High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 School Street
Advance, MO 63730
(573) 722-3584
Advance, MO 63730
(573) 722-3584
Gr: 7-12 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Advance, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Advance, MO include Advance Elementary School and Advance High School.
How many public schools are located in Advance?
3 public schools are located in Advance.
What percentage of students in Advance go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Advance are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Advance?
Advance public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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