For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 457 students in Silex, MO.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Silex have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Silex, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Silex Elementary 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-5
| 199 students
Rank: #22.
Silex High 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: 6-12
| 258 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Silex, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Silex, MO include Silex Elementary School and Silex High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Silex?
2 public elementary schools are located in Silex.
What is the racial composition of students in Silex?
Silex public elementary schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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