For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 463 students in Silex, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 73 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Silex, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Silex, MO are Silex Elementary School and Silex High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Silex, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Silex have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Silex, MO (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Silex Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
64 Hwy Uu
Silex, MO 63377
(573) 384-5044
Silex, MO 63377
(573) 384-5044
Grades: PK-6
| 249 students
Rank: #22.
Silex High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
64 Hwy Uu
Silex, MO 63377
(573) 384-5227
Silex, MO 63377
(573) 384-5227
Grades: 7-12
| 214 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Silex, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Silex, MO include Silex Elementary School and Silex High School.
How many public schools are located in Silex?
2 public schools are located in Silex.
What percentage of students in Silex go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Silex are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Silex?
Silex public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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