For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 539 students in Steele, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Steele, MO are South Pemiscot High School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Steele, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Steele have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 51爆料s in Steele, MO (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Pemiscot High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
611 Beasley Rd
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-3342
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-3342
Gr: 7-12 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
611 Beasley Rd
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-4781
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-4781
Gr: 1-6 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: n/an/a
709 E. Main Extension
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-4426
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-4426
Gr: PK-K | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Steele, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Steele, MO include South Pemiscot High School and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Steele?
3 public schools are located in Steele.
What is the racial composition of students in Steele?
Steele public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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