For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 428 students in Cleveland, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Cleveland, MO are Midway Elementary School and Midway High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cleveland, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Cleveland have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Cleveland, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Midway Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5801 E State Rte 2
Cleveland, MO 64734
(816) 250-2994
Cleveland, MO 64734
(816) 250-2994
Gr: K-6 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Midway High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5801 E State Rte 2
Cleveland, MO 64734
(816) 250-2994
Cleveland, MO 64734
(816) 250-2994
Gr: 7-12 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cleveland, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Cleveland, MO include Midway Elementary School and Midway High School.
How many public schools are located in Cleveland?
2 public schools are located in Cleveland.
What is the racial composition of students in Cleveland?
Cleveland public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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