For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 595 students in Linn, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 202 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in Linn, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Linn, MO are Linn High School and Osage Co. Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Linn, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Linn 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 Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Linn, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Linn High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
141 Wildcat Drive
Linn, MO 65051
(573) 897-4216
Linn, MO 65051
(573) 897-4216
Grades: 6-12
| 324 students
Rank: #22.
Osage Co. Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
141 Wildcat Drive
Linn, MO 65051
(573) 897-4226
Linn, MO 65051
(573) 897-4226
Grades: PK-5
| 271 students
Linn, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1212 E Main St
Linn, MO 65051
(573) 897-2228
Linn, MO 65051
(573) 897-2228
Grades: 6-8
| 177 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Linn, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Linn, MO include Linn High School and Osage Co. Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Linn?
2 public schools are located in Linn.
What percentage of students in Linn go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in Linn are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Linn?
Linn public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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