For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 668 students in Ironton, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Ironton, MO are Arcadia Valley Elementary School and Arcadia Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ironton, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Ironton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% 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 Ironton, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arcadia Valley Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 Park Dr
Ironton, MO 63650
(573) 546-9700
Ironton, MO 63650
(573) 546-9700
Gr: PK-4 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Arcadia Valley Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
550 Park Dr
Ironton, MO 63650
(573) 546-9700
Ironton, MO 63650
(573) 546-9700
Gr: 5-8 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Ironton, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Ironton, MO include Arcadia Valley Elementary School and Arcadia Valley Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Ironton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Ironton.
What is the racial composition of students in Ironton?
Ironton 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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