For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 172 students in 64656, MO.
The top ranked public schools in 64656, MO are Southwest Livingston Co R-1 Elementary School and Southwest Livingston Co R-1 High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 64656 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 64656, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 64656, MO Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwest Livingston Co R-1 Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4944 Hwy Dd
Ludlow, MO 64656
(660) 738-4433
Ludlow, MO 64656
(660) 738-4433
Gr: PK-5 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Southwest Livingston Co R-1 High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4944 Hwy Dd
Ludlow, MO 64656
(660) 738-4433
Ludlow, MO 64656
(660) 738-4433
Gr: 6-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 64656, MO?
The top ranked public schools in 64656, MO include Southwest Livingston Co R-1 Elementary School and Southwest Livingston Co R-1 High School.
How many public schools are located in 64656?
2 public schools are located in 64656.
What is the racial composition of students in 64656?
64656 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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