For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 843 students in 65441, MO (there are , serving 56 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 65441, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 65441, MO are Bourbon Middle School, Bourbon High School and Bourbon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65441 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65441, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65441, MO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bourbon Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
363 Jost Street
Bourbon, MO 65441
(573) 732-4424
Bourbon, MO 65441
(573) 732-4424
Grades: 5-8
| 239 students
Rank: #22.
Bourbon High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1500 S Old Highway 66
Bourbon, MO 65441
(573) 732-5615
Bourbon, MO 65441
(573) 732-5615
Grades: 9-12
| 273 students
Rank: #33.
Bourbon Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
357 Jost Street
Bourbon, MO 65441
(573) 732-5365
Bourbon, MO 65441
(573) 732-5365
Grades: PK-4
| 331 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 65441, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 65441, MO include Bourbon Middle School, Bourbon High School and Bourbon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65441?
3 public schools are located in 65441.
What percentage of students in 65441 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 65441 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65441?
65441 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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