For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 336 students in King City, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in King City, MO are King City High School and King City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
King City, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in King City have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in King City, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
King City High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 N Grand
King City, MO 64463
(660) 535-4319
King City, MO 64463
(660) 535-4319
Gr: 7-12 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
King City Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 N Grand
King City, MO 64463
(660) 535-4712
King City, MO 64463
(660) 535-4712
Gr: PK-6 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in King City, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in King City, MO include King City High School and King City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in King City?
2 public schools are located in King City.
What is the racial composition of students in King City?
King City public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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