For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 2,988 students in 65803, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65803, MO are Truman Elementary School, Pleasant View Elementary School and Pleasant View Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 65803 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65803, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65803, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Truman Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3850 N Farm Rd 159
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-5100
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Pleasant View Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2210 E State Hwy Aa
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-2100
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-2100
Gr: K-5 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Pleasant View Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2210 E State Hwy Aa
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-2100
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-2100
Gr: 6-8 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Reed Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2000 N Lyon
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-6300
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Watkins Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
732 W Talmage
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-5000
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-5000
Gr: PK-5 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Fremont Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2814 N Fremont
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1700
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1700
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Weller Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1630 N Weller
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1900
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1900
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #88.
Bowerman Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2148 N Douglas
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1400
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #99.
Williams Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2205 W Kearney
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-2000
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 65803, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65803, MO include Truman Elementary School, Pleasant View Elementary School and Pleasant View Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65803?
9 public elementary schools are located in 65803.
What is the racial composition of students in 65803?
65803 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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