For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 270 students in Steele, MO.
The top ranked public elementary school in Steele, MO is Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Steele, MO public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Steele have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Steele, MO (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
611 Beasley Rd
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-4781
Steele, MO 63877
(573) 695-4781
Gr: 1-6 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Steele, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Steele, MO include Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Steele?
1 public elementary schools are located in Steele.
What is the racial composition of students in Steele?
Steele public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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