For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 518 students in Ellsinore, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Ellsinore, MO are East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School and East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ellsinore, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Ellsinore have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Ellsinore, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
24 S Herren Ave
Ellsinore, MO 63937
(573) 322-5325
Ellsinore, MO 63937
(573) 322-5325
Gr: PK-5 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
24 S Herren Ave
Ellsinore, MO 63937
(573) 322-5420
Ellsinore, MO 63937
(573) 322-5420
Gr: 6-8 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Ellsinore, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Ellsinore, MO include East Carter Co. R-ii Elementary School and East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Ellsinore?
2 public elementary schools are located in Ellsinore.
What is the racial composition of students in Ellsinore?
Ellsinore public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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