For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 294 students in 65556, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65556, MO are Richland Elementary School and Swedeborg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 65556 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65556, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65556, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richland Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
714 E Jefferson
Richland, MO 65556
(573) 765-3812
Richland, MO 65556
(573) 765-3812
Gr: PK-6 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Swedeborg Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
17507 Hwy T
Richland, MO 65556
(573) 736-2735
Richland, MO 65556
(573) 736-2735
Gr: PK-8 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
65556, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
714 E Jefferson
Richland, MO 65556
(573) 765-3711
Richland, MO 65556
(573) 765-3711
Gr: 7-8 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 65556, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65556, MO include Richland Elementary School and Swedeborg Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65556?
2 public elementary schools are located in 65556.
What is the racial composition of students in 65556?
65556 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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