For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 421 students in 65349, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in 65349, MO are Orearville Elementary School, Slater High School and Alexander Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65349 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65349, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65349, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Orearville Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
32524 E Highway P
Slater, MO 65349
(660) 529-2481
Slater, MO 65349
(660) 529-2481
Gr: PK-8 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Slater High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
515 N Elm
Slater, MO 65349
(660) 529-2278
Slater, MO 65349
(660) 529-2278
Gr: 9-12 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Alexander Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
515 N Elm
Slater, MO 65349
(660) 529-2278
Slater, MO 65349
(660) 529-2278
Gr: PK-8 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65349, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65349, MO include Orearville Elementary School, Slater High School and Alexander Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65349?
3 public schools are located in 65349.
What is the racial composition of students in 65349?
65349 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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