For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 6,335 students in 65807, MO (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,250 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 65807, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65807, MO are Kickapoo High School, Carver Middle School and Sherwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65807 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65807, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65807, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kickapoo High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3710 S Jefferson
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-8500
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-8500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,923 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Carver Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3325 W Battlefield
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-6800
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-6800
Gr: 6-8 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Sherwood Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2524 S. Golden
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-3800
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-3800
Gr: K-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Cowden Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2927 S Kimbrough
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-3500
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2352 S Weaver
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-4300
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
Horace Mann Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3745 S Broadway
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-4400
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #77.
Holland Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2403 S Holland
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-4100
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #88.
Sunshine Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
421 E Sunshine
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-5200
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-5200
Gr: K-5 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #99.
Jeffries Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4051 S Scenic
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-3900
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-3900
Gr: PK-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1010.
Parkview High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
516 W Meadowmere
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-9200
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-9200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,182 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
3373 W.battlefield Road
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-0014
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 523-0014
Gr: PK | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
3990 W Sunshine
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 888-4055
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 888-4055
Gr: 6-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
1631 W Bennett
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 895-6240
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 895-6240
Gr: 6-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
3992 W Sunshine
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 888-4050
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 888-4050
Gr: 6-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65807, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65807, MO include Kickapoo High School, Carver Middle School and Sherwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65807?
14 public schools are located in 65807.
What percentage of students in 65807 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 65807 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65807?
65807 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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