For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 164 students in Mendon, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Mendon, MO are Northwestern High School and Northwestern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mendon, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Mendon have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Mendon, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18475 Hwy 11
Mendon, MO 64660
(660) 272-3201
Mendon, MO 64660
(660) 272-3201
Gr: 7-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Northwestern Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
18475 Hwy 11
Mendon, MO 64660
(660) 272-3201
Mendon, MO 64660
(660) 272-3201
Gr: PK-6 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Mendon, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 43
Mendon, MO 64660
(660) 272-3201
Mendon, MO 64660
(660) 272-3201
Gr: 5-8 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Mendon, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Mendon, MO include Northwestern High School and Northwestern Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Mendon?
2 public schools are located in Mendon.
What is the racial composition of students in Mendon?
Mendon public schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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