Best 65203 Missouri Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,473 students in 65203, MO.

The top-ranked public middle schools in 65203, MO are John Warner Middle School, Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School and Smithton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public middle schools in zipcode 65203 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 65203, MO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public middle schools.

Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).