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Public School Review - Established 2003

Best 65802 Missouri Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 21 public schools serving 7,433 students in 65802, MO (there are 4 private schools, serving 327 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 65802, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65802, MO are Hickory Hills Elementary School, Willard Central Elementary School and York Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65802 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65802, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).

Best 65802, MO Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hickory Hills Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4650 E. State Hwy Yy
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-7100
Gr: K-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Willard Central Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2625 N Farm Rd 101
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 831-4440
Gr: PK-4 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
York Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2100 Nichols
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Hickory Hills Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4650 E. State Hwy Yy
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-7100
Gr: 6-8 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
423 E Central
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-9600
Gr: 6-12 | 1,428 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Willard Orchard Hills Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4595 Farm Road 140
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 869-0600
Gr: PK-4 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #77.
Willard Intermediate-south
(Math: 39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
630 S. Miller
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 742-5440
Gr: 5-6 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #88.
Willard South Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4151 W Division
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 862-6308
Gr: PK-4 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #99.
Greene Valley School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1601 E Pythian
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 895-6848
Gr: K-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #1010.
Bingham Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2126 E. Cherry
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-3400
Gr: K-5 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #1111.
Bissett Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3014 W Calhoun
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-2800
Gr: K-5 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #1212.
Pipkin Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1215 Boonville
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-6000
Gr: 6-8 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #1313.
Weaver Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1461 N Douglas
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-1200
Gr: PK-5 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #1414.
Boyd Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1409 Washington
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-1500
Gr: PK-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #1515.
Westport Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
415 S Golden
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-3100
Gr: K-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #1616.
Westport Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
415 S. Golden Ave
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-3100
Gr: 6-8 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: n/an/a
Arthur Mallory Early Childhood
2525 West College Rd
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-7700
Gr: PK | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
Graff Career Center
Vocational School
1001 E. Chestnut Expy
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 447-8121
Gr: 11-12
Rank: n/an/a
Juvenile Justice Center
Alternative School
1111 N Robberson
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 868-4008
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
Mocap Attendance Center
601 N National Ave #102
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-0417
Gr: K-12 | 993 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Study Alternative High School
Alternative School
2343 W. Olive Street
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-6400
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 65802, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65802, MO include Hickory Hills Elementary School, Willard Central Elementary School and York Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65802?
21 public schools are located in 65802.
What percentage of students in 65802 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 65802 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65802?
65802 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).

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