For the 2026 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 21% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ross Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
102 School Drive
Wardell, MO 63879
(573) 359-0543
Wardell, MO 63879
(573) 359-0543
Gr: PK-5 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
North Pemiscot Sr. High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
102 School Dr
Wardell, MO 63879
(573) 628-3465
Wardell, MO 63879
(573) 628-3465
Gr: 6-12 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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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