For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 225 students in Delta, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Delta, MO are Delta High School and Delta Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Delta, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Delta have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Delta, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Delta High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
324 Liberty St
Delta, MO 63744
(573) 794-2511
Delta, MO 63744
(573) 794-2511
Gr: 6-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Delta Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
124 E Mckinley
Delta, MO 63744
(573) 794-2440
Delta, MO 63744
(573) 794-2440
Gr: PK-5 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Delta, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Delta, MO include Delta High School and Delta Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Delta?
2 public schools are located in Delta.
What is the racial composition of students in Delta?
Delta public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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