For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,524 students in 65202, MO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 65202, MO are Delmar A Cobble School and Muriel Battle High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 65202 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 65202, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 65202 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Muriel Battle High School, with 85% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 65202, MO Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Delmar A Cobble School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
108 W Craig St
Columbia, MO 65202
(573) 442-6482
Columbia, MO 65202
(573) 442-6482
Gr: K-12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Muriel Battle High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7575 St. Charles Road
Columbia, MO 65202
(573) 214-3300
Columbia, MO 65202
(573) 214-3300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,492 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
Juvenile Justice Center
Alternative School
5665 Roger I Wilson Mem Dr
Columbia, MO 65202
(573) 886-4450
Columbia, MO 65202
(573) 886-4450
Gr: 1-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 65202, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 65202, MO include Delmar A Cobble School and Muriel Battle High School.
How many public high schools are located in 65202?
4 public high schools are located in 65202.
What is the racial composition of students in 65202?
65202 public high schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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