For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 207 students in Philadelphia, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Philadelphia, MO are Marion Co. Elementary School and Marion Co. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Philadelphia, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Philadelphia have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Philadelphia, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marion Co. Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2905 Hwy D
Philadelphia, MO 63463
(573) 439-5913
Philadelphia, MO 63463
(573) 439-5913
Gr: PK-6 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Marion Co. High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2905 Hwy D
Philadelphia, MO 63463
(573) 439-5913
Philadelphia, MO 63463
(573) 439-5913
Gr: 7-12 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Philadelphia, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Philadelphia, MO include Marion Co. Elementary School and Marion Co. High School.
How many public schools are located in Philadelphia?
2 public schools are located in Philadelphia.
What is the racial composition of students in Philadelphia?
Philadelphia public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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