For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,150 students in 65616, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65616, MO are Buchanan Elementary School, Buchanan Intermediate and Cedar Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 65616 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65616, MO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65616, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buchanan Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1000 Buchanan Road
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 243-2530
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 243-2530
Gr: K-3 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Buchanan Intermediate
(Math: 59% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
766 Buchanan Rd
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 332-3201
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 332-3201
Gr: 4-6 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Cedar Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
396 Cedar Ridge Dr
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-5135
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-5135
Gr: 1-3 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Cedar Ridge Intermediate
(Math: 52% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
308 Cedar Ridge Drive
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-5137
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-5137
Gr: 4-6 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
2404 State Hwy 248 Suite 4
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 320-5040
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 320-5040
Gr: PK-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 65616, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65616, MO include Buchanan Elementary School, Buchanan Intermediate and Cedar Ridge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65616?
5 public elementary schools are located in 65616.
What is the racial composition of students in 65616?
65616 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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