For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 892 students in 65803, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 65803, MO are Pleasant View Middle School and Reed Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 65803 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 65803, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65803, MO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 65803, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 65803, MO include Pleasant View Middle School and Reed Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 65803?
2 public middle schools are located in 65803.
What is the racial composition of students in 65803?
65803 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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