For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,276 students in 65775, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 73 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 65775, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 65775, MO are Howell Valley Elementary School, West Plains Sr. High School and Ozark Horizon School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65775 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 65775, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 65775, MO Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Howell Valley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6461 State Rte Zz
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-2268
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-2268
Grades: PK-8
| 224 students
Rank: #22.
West Plains Sr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
602 E Olden
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-6150
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-6150
Grades: 9-12
| 1,162 students
Rank: #33.
Ozark Horizon School
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1715 Wayhaven Dr
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-2880
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-2880
Grades: K-12
| 18 students
Rank: #44.
South Fork Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3209 Us Hwy 160
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-2836
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-2836
Grades: PK-6
| 159 students
Rank: #55.
West Plains Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
730 E Olden
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-6150
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-6150
Grades: 5-8
| 611 students
Rank: #66.
Richards Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3461 County Rd 1710
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-5239
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-5239
Grades: PK-8
| 372 students
Rank: #77.
Fairview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4036 State Rte K
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-1063
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-1063
Grades: PK-8
| 519 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Glenwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10286 State Rte 17
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-4849
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-4849
Grades: PK-8
| 236 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Junction Hill Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8004 County Rd 3010
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-4265
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-4265
Grades: PK-8
| 209 students
Rank: #1010.
West Plains Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1136 Allen St
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-6150
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-6150
Grades: PK-4
| 766 students
Rank: n/an/a
South Central Career Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
407 West Thornburgh
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-6152
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-6152
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
65775, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3461 County Rd 1710
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-5239
West Plains, MO 65775
(417) 256-5239
Grades: 6-8
| 129 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 65775, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 65775, MO include Howell Valley Elementary School, West Plains Sr. High School and Ozark Horizon School.
How many public schools are located in 65775?
11 public schools are located in 65775.
What percentage of students in 65775 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 65775 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65775?
65775 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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