For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 535 students in 63869, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 63869, MO are New Madrid Elementary School and Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 63869 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 63869, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 63869, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Madrid Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
955 Us Hwy 61
New Madrid, MO 63869
(573) 748-5568
New Madrid, MO 63869
(573) 748-5568
Gr: PK-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Central Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
308 Us Hwy 61
New Madrid, MO 63869
(573) 688-2176
New Madrid, MO 63869
(573) 688-2176
Gr: 6-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 63869, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 63869, MO include New Madrid Elementary School and Central Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 63869?
3 public elementary schools are located in 63869.
What is the racial composition of students in 63869?
63869 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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