For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 294 students in Smithton, MO.
The top ranked public elementary school in Smithton, MO is Smithton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smithton, MO public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Smithton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Smithton, MO (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smithton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
505 S Myrtle
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5317
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5317
Grades: PK-6
| 294 students
Smithton, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
505 S. Myrtle
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5316
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5316
Grades: 5-8
| 177 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Smithton, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Smithton, MO include Smithton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Smithton?
1 public elementary schools are located in Smithton.
What is the racial composition of students in Smithton?
Smithton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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