For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,657 students in 65806, MO (there are , serving 260 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 65806, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65806, MO are Jarrett Middle School, Campbell Elementary School and Mcgregor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65806 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65806, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65806, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jarrett Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
840 S Jefferson
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 523-6600
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 523-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Campbell Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
506 S Grant
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 523-3200
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 523-3200
Gr: PK | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Mcgregor Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1221 W Madison
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 523-5700
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 523-5700
Gr: K-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
918 S Jefferson
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 895-6832
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 895-6832
Gr: 5-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
205 Park Central East, Suite
Springfield, MO 65806
(185) 595-3412
Springfield, MO 65806
(185) 595-3412
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
205 Park Central East Ste 203
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 616-3159
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 616-3159
Gr: K-12 | 1,747 student Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65806, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65806, MO include Jarrett Middle School, Campbell Elementary School and Mcgregor Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65806?
7 public schools are located in 65806.
What percentage of students in 65806 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 65806 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65806?
65806 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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