For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 161 students in 63837, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 63837, MO are Bootheel School and Clarkton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 63837 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 63837, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 63837, MO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bootheel School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Hwy 162
Clarkton, MO 63837
(573) 448-3773
Clarkton, MO 63837
(573) 448-3773
Gr: K-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Clarkton High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Hwy 162
Clarkton, MO 63837
(573) 448-3712
Clarkton, MO 63837
(573) 448-3712
Gr: 7-12 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 63837, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 63837, MO include Bootheel School and Clarkton High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 63837?
2 public middle schools are located in 63837.
What is the racial composition of students in 63837?
63837 public middle schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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