For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 38 students in Gilliam, MO.
The top-ranked public school in Gilliam, MO is Gilliam Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gilliam, MO public school have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Gilliam have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Gilliam, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gilliam Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
102 North St
Gilliam, MO 65330
(660) 784-2225
Gilliam, MO 65330
(660) 784-2225
Gr: K-8 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Gilliam, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Gilliam, MO include Gilliam Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Gilliam?
1 public schools are located in Gilliam.
What is the racial composition of students in Gilliam?
Gilliam public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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