For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 336 students in Cairo, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Cairo, MO are Northeast Elementary School and Northeast High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cairo, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Cairo have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Cairo, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northeast Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 W Martin
Cairo, MO 65239
(660) 263-2828
Cairo, MO 65239
(660) 263-2828
Grades: PK-5
| 155 students
Rank: #22.
Northeast High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 W Martin
Cairo, MO 65239
(660) 263-2788
Cairo, MO 65239
(660) 263-2788
Grades: 6-12
| 181 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Cairo, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Cairo, MO include Northeast Elementary School and Northeast High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Cairo?
2 public elementary schools are located in Cairo.
What is the racial composition of students in Cairo?
Cairo public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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