For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 92 students in Bunceton, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 25 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in Bunceton, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Bunceton, MO are Bunceton Elementary School and Bunceton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bunceton, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Bunceton have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bunceton, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bunceton Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 E Main
Bunceton, MO 65237
(660) 427-5415
Bunceton, MO 65237
(660) 427-5415
Gr: PK-6 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Bunceton High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 E. Main
Bunceton, MO 65237
(660) 427-5415
Bunceton, MO 65237
(660) 427-5415
Gr: 7-12 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bunceton, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Bunceton, MO include Bunceton Elementary School and Bunceton High School.
How many public schools are located in Bunceton?
2 public schools are located in Bunceton.
What percentage of students in Bunceton go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in Bunceton are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bunceton?
Bunceton public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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