For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,014 students in 65785, MO (there are , serving 19 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 65785, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65785, MO are Stockton Elementary School, Stockton High School and Stockton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65785 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65785, MO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65785, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stockton Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
906 South St
Stockton, MO 65785
(417) 276-5141
Stockton, MO 65785
(417) 276-5141
Gr: K-4 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Stockton High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
#1 Tiger Dr
Stockton, MO 65785
(417) 276-8806
Stockton, MO 65785
(417) 276-8806
Gr: 9-12 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Stockton Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
906 South St
Stockton, MO 65785
(417) 276-5141
Stockton, MO 65785
(417) 276-5141
Gr: 5-8 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
906 South Street
Stockton, MO 65785
(417) 276-5143
Stockton, MO 65785
(417) 276-5143
Gr: PK | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
906 South Street
Stockton, MO 65785
(417) 276-5143
Stockton, MO 65785
(417) 276-5143
Gr: PK | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65785, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65785, MO include Stockton Elementary School, Stockton High School and Stockton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 65785?
5 public schools are located in 65785.
What percentage of students in 65785 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 65785 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65785?
65785 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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