For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 155 students in 65079, MO (there are , serving 63 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 65079, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in 65079, MO is Hurricane Deck Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 65079 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65079, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65079, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hurricane Deck Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
59 American Legion Drive
Sunrise Beach, MO 65079
(573) 374-5369
Sunrise Beach, MO 65079
(573) 374-5369
Gr: K-4 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65079, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65079, MO include Hurricane Deck Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65079?
1 public schools are located in 65079.
What percentage of students in 65079 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 65079 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65079?
65079 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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