For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 597 students in 65051, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 186 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 65051, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65051, MO are Linn High School and Osage Co. Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65051 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65051, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65051, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Linn High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
141 Wildcat Drive
Linn, MO 65051
(573) 897-4216
Linn, MO 65051
(573) 897-4216
Gr: 6-12 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Osage Co. Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
141 Wildcat Drive
Linn, MO 65051
(573) 897-4226
Linn, MO 65051
(573) 897-4226
Gr: PK-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65051, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65051, MO include Linn High School and Osage Co. Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65051?
2 public schools are located in 65051.
What percentage of students in 65051 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 65051 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65051?
65051 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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