For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 3,091 students in 65807, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 65807, MO are Cowden Elementary School, Mark Twain Elementary School and Horace Mann Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 65807 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65807, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65807, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cowden Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2927 S Kimbrough
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-3500
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-3500
Grades: PK-5
| 269 students
Rank: #22.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2352 S Weaver
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-4300
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 337 students
Rank: #33.
Horace Mann Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3745 S Broadway
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-4400
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-4400
Grades: PK-5
| 384 students
Rank: #44.
Carver Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3325 W Battlefield
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-6800
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-6800
Grades: 6-8
| 632 students
Rank: #55.
Sherwood Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2524 S. Golden
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-3800
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-3800
Grades: K-5
| 437 students
Rank: #66.
Holland Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2403 S Holland
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-4100
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-4100
Grades: PK-5
| 232 students
Rank: #77.
Jeffries Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4051 S Scenic
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-3900
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-3900
Grades: PK-5
| 415 students
Rank: #88.
Sunshine Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
421 E Sunshine
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-5200
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-5200
Grades: K-5
| 338 students
Rank: n/an/a
3990 W Sunshine
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 888-4055
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 888-4055
Grades: 6-12
| 17 students
Rank: n/an/a
3992 W Sunshine
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 888-4050
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 888-4050
Grades: 6-12
| 16 students
65807, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
906 W Portland
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-4600
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-4600
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 65807, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 65807, MO include Cowden Elementary School, Mark Twain Elementary School and Horace Mann Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65807?
11 public elementary schools are located in 65807.
What is the racial composition of students in 65807?
65807 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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