For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 242 students in Cardwell, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Cardwell, MO are Southland High School and Southland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cardwell, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Cardwell have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Cardwell, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southland High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 S Main
Cardwell, MO 63829
(573) 654-3531
Cardwell, MO 63829
(573) 654-3531
Gr: 6-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Southland Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 S Main
Cardwell, MO 63829
(573) 654-3564
Cardwell, MO 63829
(573) 654-3564
Gr: PK-5 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cardwell, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Cardwell, MO include Southland High School and Southland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Cardwell?
2 public schools are located in Cardwell.
What is the racial composition of students in Cardwell?
Cardwell public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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