For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 155 students in Golden City, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Golden City, MO are Golden City Elementary School and Golden City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Golden City, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Golden City have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Golden City, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Golden City Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1208 Walnut St
Golden City, MO 64748
(417) 537-4272
Golden City, MO 64748
(417) 537-4272
Gr: PK-5 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Golden City High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1208 Walnut St
Golden City, MO 64748
(417) 537-8311
Golden City, MO 64748
(417) 537-8311
Gr: 6-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Golden City, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Golden City, MO include Golden City Elementary School and Golden City High School.
How many public schools are located in Golden City?
2 public schools are located in Golden City.
What is the racial composition of students in Golden City?
Golden City public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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