For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,180 students in Cuba, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 36 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Cuba, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Cuba, MO are Cuba Elementary School, Cuba Middle School and Cuba High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cuba, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Cuba have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Cuba, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cuba Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1 Wildcat Pride Dr
Cuba, MO 65453
(573) 885-2534
Cuba, MO 65453
(573) 885-2534
Gr: K-4 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Cuba Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 Wildcat Pride Dr
Cuba, MO 65453
(573) 885-2534
Cuba, MO 65453
(573) 885-2534
Gr: 5-8 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Cuba High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Wildcat Pride Dr
Cuba, MO 65453
(573) 885-2534
Cuba, MO 65453
(573) 885-2534
Gr: 9-12 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cuba, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Cuba, MO include Cuba Elementary School, Cuba Middle School and Cuba High School.
How many public schools are located in Cuba?
3 public schools are located in Cuba.
What percentage of students in Cuba go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Cuba are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Cuba?
Cuba public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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