For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,342 students in 65203, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 65203, MO are John Warner Middle School, Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School and Smithton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 65203 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 65203, MO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 65203, MO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Warner Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5550 Sinclair Rd
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 214-3400
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 214-3400
Gr: 6-8 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4200 Bethel St
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 214-3240
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 214-3240
Gr: 6-8 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Smithton Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3600 W Worley
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 214-3260
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 214-3260
Gr: 6-8 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
West Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
401 Clinkscales Rd
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 214-3230
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 214-3230
Gr: 6-8 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 65203, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 65203, MO include John Warner Middle School, Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School and Smithton Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 65203?
4 public middle schools are located in 65203.
What is the racial composition of students in 65203?
65203 public middle schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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