For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 270 students in Steele, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Steele, MO is Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Steele, MO public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Steele have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Steele, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Steele, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Steele, MO include Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Steele?
1 public elementary schools are located in Steele.
What is the racial composition of students in Steele?
Steele public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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