For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 537 students in Gallatin, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Gallatin, MO are Gallatin High School, Covel D. Searcy Elementary School and Gallatin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gallatin, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Gallatin have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Gallatin, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gallatin High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
602 S Olive
Gallatin, MO 64640
(660) 663-2171
Gallatin, MO 64640
(660) 663-2171
Grades: 9-12
| 156 students
Rank: #22.
Covel D. Searcy Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
502 S Olive
Gallatin, MO 64640
(660) 663-2173
Gallatin, MO 64640
(660) 663-2173
Grades: PK-4
| 221 students
Rank: #33.
Gallatin Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 S. Olive St.
Gallatin, MO 64640
(660) 663-2172
Gallatin, MO 64640
(660) 663-2172
Grades: 5-8
| 160 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Gallatin, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Gallatin, MO include Gallatin High School, Covel D. Searcy Elementary School and Gallatin Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Gallatin?
3 public schools are located in Gallatin.
What is the racial composition of students in Gallatin?
Gallatin public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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