For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,245 students in Sullivan, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 55 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Sullivan, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Sullivan, MO are Spring Bluff Elementary School, Strain-japan Elementary School and Sullivan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sullivan, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Sullivan have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Sullivan, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Bluff Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9374 Hwy 185
Sullivan, MO 63080
(573) 457-8302
Sullivan, MO 63080
(573) 457-8302
Gr: K-8 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #22.
Strain-japan Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4640 Hwy H
Sullivan, MO 63080
(573) 627-3243
Sullivan, MO 63080
(573) 627-3243
Gr: PK-8 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #33.
Sullivan Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
104 W Washington
Sullivan, MO 63080
(573) 468-5171
Sullivan, MO 63080
(573) 468-5171
Gr: 3-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Sullivan Sr. High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1073 E Vine St
Sullivan, MO 63080
(573) 468-5171
Sullivan, MO 63080
(573) 468-5171
Gr: 9-12 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #55.
Sullivan Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1156 Elmont Rd
Sullivan, MO 63080
(573) 468-5171
Sullivan, MO 63080
(573) 468-5171
Gr: 6-8 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
1132 Elmont Rd
Sullivan, MO 63080
(573) 468-5171
Sullivan, MO 63080
(573) 468-5171
Gr: PK-2 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Sullivan, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Sullivan, MO include Spring Bluff Elementary School, Strain-japan Elementary School and Sullivan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Sullivan?
6 public schools are located in Sullivan.
What percentage of students in Sullivan go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Sullivan are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Sullivan?
Sullivan public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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