For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 206 students in Novinger, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Novinger, MO are Adair Co. High School and Adair Co. Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Novinger, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Novinger have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Novinger, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Adair Co. High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 Rombauer Ave
Novinger, MO 63559
(660) 234-9193
Novinger, MO 63559
(660) 234-9193
Gr: 7-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Adair Co. Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
600 Rombauer Ave
Novinger, MO 63559
(660) 234-9193
Novinger, MO 63559
(660) 234-9193
Gr: PK-6 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Novinger, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Novinger, MO include Adair Co. High School and Adair Co. Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Novinger?
2 public schools are located in Novinger.
What is the racial composition of students in Novinger?
Novinger public schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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