For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 684 students in 63873, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 63873, MO are Portageville Elementary School and Portageville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 63873 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 63873, MO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 63873, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Portageville Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1108 King Ave
Portageville, MO 63873
(573) 379-5706
Portageville, MO 63873
(573) 379-5706
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Portageville High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
904 King Ave
Portageville, MO 63873
(573) 379-3819
Portageville, MO 63873
(573) 379-3819
Gr: 6-12 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
63873, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 63873, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 63873, MO include Portageville Elementary School and Portageville High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 63873?
2 public elementary schools are located in 63873.
What is the racial composition of students in 63873?
63873 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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