For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 228 students in Wardell, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Wardell, MO are Ross Elementary School and North Pemiscot Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wardell, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Wardell have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Wardell, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ross Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
102 School Drive
Wardell, MO 63879
(573) 359-0543
Wardell, MO 63879
(573) 359-0543
Grades: PK-5
| 102 students
Rank: #22.
North Pemiscot Sr. High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
102 School Dr
Wardell, MO 63879
(573) 628-3465
Wardell, MO 63879
(573) 628-3465
Grades: 6-12
| 126 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Wardell, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Wardell, MO include Ross Elementary School and North Pemiscot Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in Wardell?
2 public schools are located in Wardell.
What is the racial composition of students in Wardell?
Wardell public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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