For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 650 students in Fordland, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Fordland, MO are Fordland High School, Fordland Middle School and Fordland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fordland, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Fordland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Fordland, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fordland High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1248 School St
Fordland, MO 65652
(417) 767-4555
Fordland, MO 65652
(417) 767-4555
Gr: 9-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Fordland Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1230 School St
Fordland, MO 65652
(417) 767-4554
Fordland, MO 65652
(417) 767-4554
Gr: 6-8 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Fordland Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
252 N Center St
Fordland, MO 65652
(417) 767-2307
Fordland, MO 65652
(417) 767-2307
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Ozark Correctional Center
Alternative School
929 Honor Camp Ln
Fordland, MO 65652
(417) 767-4491
Fordland, MO 65652
(417) 767-4491
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Fordland, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Fordland, MO include Fordland High School, Fordland Middle School and Fordland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Fordland?
4 public schools are located in Fordland.
What is the racial composition of students in Fordland?
Fordland public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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