For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 251 students in Center, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in Center, MO is Mark Twain Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Center, MO public high school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Center have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Center, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mark Twain Sr. High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Center, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mark Twain Sr. High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
21622 Hwy 19
Center, MO 63436
(573) 267-3397
Center, MO 63436
(573) 267-3397
Gr: 9-12 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Center, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Center, MO include Mark Twain Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in Center?
1 public high schools are located in Center.
What is the racial composition of students in Center?
Center public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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