For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 446 students in Bismarck, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Bismarck, MO are Bismarck R-v Elementary School and Bismarck R-v High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bismarck, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Bismarck have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bismarck, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bismarck R-v Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
165 Campus Drive
Bismarck, MO 63624
(573) 734-6111
Bismarck, MO 63624
(573) 734-6111
Gr: PK-5 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Bismarck R-v High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
165 Campus Drive
Bismarck, MO 63624
(573) 734-6111
Bismarck, MO 63624
(573) 734-6111
Gr: 6-12 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bismarck, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Bismarck, MO include Bismarck R-v Elementary School and Bismarck R-v High School.
How many public schools are located in Bismarck?
2 public schools are located in Bismarck.
What is the racial composition of students in Bismarck?
Bismarck public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
Recent Articles
When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
Discover the hidden costs of public school in 2026, from supplies and fees to transportation, technology, and extracurricular expenses.
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
Learn how district budget cuts can affect class sizes, programs, staffing, transportation, and your child's daily school experience in 2026.
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
Learn how parents can assess school closure risk before buying or renting in a district, using enrollment, funding, and boundary data.