For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 921 students in Lathrop, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Lathrop, MO are Lathrop High School, Lathrop Elementary School and Lathrop Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lathrop, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Lathrop have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lathrop, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lathrop High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
102 N School Dr
Lathrop, MO 64465
(816) 710-6116
Lathrop, MO 64465
(816) 710-6116
Grades: 9-12
| 291 students
Rank: #22.
Lathrop Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 Center St
Lathrop, MO 64465
(816) 710-6114
Lathrop, MO 64465
(816) 710-6114
Grades: PK-5
| 424 students
Rank: #33.
Lathrop Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
612 Center St
Lathrop, MO 64465
(816) 710-6115
Lathrop, MO 64465
(816) 710-6115
Grades: 6-8
| 206 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lathrop, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Lathrop, MO include Lathrop High School, Lathrop Elementary School and Lathrop Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Lathrop?
3 public schools are located in Lathrop.
What is the racial composition of students in Lathrop?
Lathrop public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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