For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,800 students in 63701, MO (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,434 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 63701, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 63701, MO are Blanchard Elementary School, Alma Schrader Elementary School and Central Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 63701 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 63701, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 63701, MO Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Blanchard Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1829 N Sprigg St
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-3030
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-3030
Grades: PK-4
| 296 students
Rank: #22.
Alma Schrader Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1360 Randol
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-5310
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-5310
Grades: K-4
| 351 students
Rank: #33.
Central Jr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1910 Whitener St.
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-2923
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-2923
Grades: 7-8
| 618 students
Rank: #44.
Nell Holcomb Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6547 State Hwy 177
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-3644
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-3644
Grades: PK-8
| 244 students
Rank: #55.
Central Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Thilenius
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-6281
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-6281
Grades: 5-6
| 604 students
Rank: #66.
Franklin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1550 Themis
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-5456
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-5456
Grades: PK-4
| 217 students
Rank: #77.
Clippard Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2880 Hopper Rd
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-5720
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-5720
Grades: PK-4
| 470 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 63701, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 63701, MO include Blanchard Elementary School, Alma Schrader Elementary School and Central Jr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 63701?
7 public schools are located in 63701.
What percentage of students in 63701 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 63701 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 63701?
63701 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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