For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 622 students in 65078, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 29 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 65078, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65078, MO are Morgan Co. R-i High School and Morgan Co. R-i Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65078 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65078, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65078, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morgan Co. R-i High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 N Oak St
Stover, MO 65078
(573) 377-2218
Stover, MO 65078
(573) 377-2218
Gr: 9-12 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Morgan Co. R-i Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
701 N Oak St
Stover, MO 65078
(573) 377-2219
Stover, MO 65078
(573) 377-2219
Gr: PK-4 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65078, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65078, MO include Morgan Co. R-i High School and Morgan Co. R-i Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65078?
2 public schools are located in 65078.
What percentage of students in 65078 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 65078 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65078?
65078 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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