For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 522 students in Gower, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Gower, MO are East Buchanan High School and East Buchanan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gower, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Gower have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Gower, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Buchanan High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Smith St
Gower, MO 64454
(816) 424-6460
Gower, MO 64454
(816) 424-6460
Gr: 9-12 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
East Buchanan Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Smith St
Gower, MO 64454
(816) 424-3111
Gower, MO 64454
(816) 424-3111
Gr: PK-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Gower, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Gower, MO include East Buchanan High School and East Buchanan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Gower?
2 public schools are located in Gower.
What is the racial composition of students in Gower?
Gower public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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