For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,013 students in Eldon, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 2 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Eldon, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Eldon, MO are Eldon High School, Dogwood Hills School and Eldon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Eldon, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Eldon have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Eldon, MO (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eldon High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 S Pine St
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8010
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8010
Grades: 9-12
| 584 students
Rank: #22.
Dogwood Hills School
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
114 N Spruce
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-5593
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-5593
Grades: K-12
| 15 students
Rank: #33.
Eldon Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 N Grand Ave
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8020
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8020
Grades: 6-8
| 423 students
Rank: #44.
Eldon Upper Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
409 E 15th St
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-6364
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-6364
Grades: 3-5
| 425 students
Rank: #55.
South Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1210 S Maple St
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8030
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8030
Grades: PK-2
| 566 students
Rank: n/an/a
Eldon Career Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
112 S Pine St
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8060
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8060
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Eldon, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Dogwood Hills (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
114 N Spruce
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-5593
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-5593
Grades: Inquire with school
| 12 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Eldon, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Eldon, MO include Eldon High School, Dogwood Hills School and Eldon Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Eldon?
6 public schools are located in Eldon.
What percentage of students in Eldon go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Eldon are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Eldon?
Eldon public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Eldon are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Eldon include: Eldon High School vs. Dogwood Hills School
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