For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,737 students in Bolivar, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bolivar, MO are Bolivar Intermediate School and Bolivar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bolivar, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Bolivar have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Bolivar, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bolivar Intermediate School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1300 N Hartford
Bolivar, MO 65613
(417) 777-5160
Bolivar, MO 65613
(417) 777-5160
Gr: 3-5 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Bolivar Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
604 W Jackson
Bolivar, MO 65613
(417) 326-3811
Bolivar, MO 65613
(417) 326-3811
Gr: 6-8 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
706 N Leonard Pl
Bolivar, MO 65613
(417) 326-5247
Bolivar, MO 65613
(417) 326-5247
Gr: K-2 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Bolivar, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bolivar, MO include Bolivar Intermediate School and Bolivar Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Bolivar?
3 public elementary schools are located in Bolivar.
What is the racial composition of students in Bolivar?
Bolivar public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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