For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,229 students in Kennett, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Kennett, MO are South Elementary School and Kennett Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kennett, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Kennett have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Kennett, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
920 S Kennett St
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1130
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1130
Gr: 3-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Kennett Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
510 College Ave
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1105
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1105
Gr: 6-8 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
Diagnostic Center
Special Education School
205 Wiggs St
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1132
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1132
Gr: PK-12
Rank: n/an/a
1600 Ely St
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1115
Kennett, MO 63857
(573) 717-1115
Gr: K-2 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Kennett, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Kennett, MO include South Elementary School and Kennett Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Kennett?
4 public elementary schools are located in Kennett.
What is the racial composition of students in Kennett?
Kennett public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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