For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 322 students in Clarkton, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Clarkton, MO are Bootheel School, Clarkton High School and Clarkton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clarkton, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Clarkton have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Clarkton, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bootheel School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Hwy 162
Clarkton, MO 63837
(573) 448-3773
Clarkton, MO 63837
(573) 448-3773
Grades: K-12
| 27 students
Rank: #22.
Clarkton High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Hwy 162
Clarkton, MO 63837
(573) 448-3712
Clarkton, MO 63837
(573) 448-3712
Grades: 7-12
| 139 students
Rank: #33.
Clarkton Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Hwy 162
Clarkton, MO 63837
(573) 448-3712
Clarkton, MO 63837
(573) 448-3712
Grades: PK-6
| 156 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Clarkton, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Clarkton, MO include Bootheel School, Clarkton High School and Clarkton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Clarkton?
3 public schools are located in Clarkton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clarkton?
Clarkton public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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