For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 827 students in 65441, MO (there are 2 private schools, serving 56 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 65441, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65441, MO are Bourbon Middle School, Bourbon High School and Bourbon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65441 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65441, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65441, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bourbon Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
363 Jost Street
Bourbon, MO 65441
(573) 732-4424
Bourbon, MO 65441
(573) 732-4424
Gr: 5-8 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Bourbon High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1500 S Old Highway 66
Bourbon, MO 65441
(573) 732-5615
Bourbon, MO 65441
(573) 732-5615
Gr: 9-12 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Bourbon Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
357 Jost Street
Bourbon, MO 65441
(573) 732-5365
Bourbon, MO 65441
(573) 732-5365
Gr: PK-4 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65441, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65441, MO include Bourbon Middle School, Bourbon High School and Bourbon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65441?
3 public schools are located in 65441.
What percentage of students in 65441 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 65441 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65441?
65441 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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