For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 50 students in 65257, MO.
The top ranked public middle school in 65257, MO is Higbee Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 65257 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 65257, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 65257, MO Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Higbee Middle School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
101 Evans St.
Higbee, MO 65257
(660) 456-7206
Higbee, MO 65257
(660) 456-7206
Gr: 6-8 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 65257, MO?
The top ranked public middle schools in 65257, MO include Higbee Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 65257?
1 public middle schools are located in 65257.
What is the racial composition of students in 65257?
65257 public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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