For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 318 students in Tarkio, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Tarkio, MO are Tarkio Jh And High School and Tarkio Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tarkio, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Tarkio have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Tarkio, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tarkio Jh And High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
312 S Eleventh St
Tarkio, MO 64491
(660) 736-4118
Tarkio, MO 64491
(660) 736-4118
Gr: 6-12 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Tarkio Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Pine St
Tarkio, MO 64491
(660) 736-4177
Tarkio, MO 64491
(660) 736-4177
Gr: PK-5 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Tarkio, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Tarkio, MO include Tarkio Jh And High School and Tarkio Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Tarkio?
2 public schools are located in Tarkio.
What is the racial composition of students in Tarkio?
Tarkio public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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