For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,015 students in Eldon, MO (there are , serving 2 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Eldon, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Eldon, MO are Eldon High School, Dogwood Hills School and Eldon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Eldon, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Eldon have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Eldon, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eldon High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
101 S Pine St
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8010
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8010
Gr: 9-12 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Dogwood Hills School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
114 N Spruce
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-5593
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-5593
Gr: K-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Eldon Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 N Grand Ave
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8020
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8020
Gr: 6-8 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #44.
Eldon Upper Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
409 E 15th St
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-6364
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-6364
Gr: 3-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #55.
South Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1210 S Maple St
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8030
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-8030
Gr: PK-2 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Eldon, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Dogwood Hills (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
114 N Spruce
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-5593
Eldon, MO 65026
(573) 392-5593
Gr: Inquire with school | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Eldon, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Eldon, MO include Eldon High School, Dogwood Hills School and Eldon Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Eldon?
6 public schools are located in Eldon.
What percentage of students in Eldon go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Eldon are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Eldon?
Eldon public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Eldon are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Eldon include: Eldon High School vs. Dogwood Hills School, Dogwood Hills School vs. Eldon High School
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