For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,568 students in 65712, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in 65712, MO are Mount Vernon Intermediate, Mount Vernon High School and Mount Vernon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65712 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65712, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65712, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mount Vernon Intermediate
(Math: 52% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
260 W Hwy 174
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-2312
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-2312
Gr: 3-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Mount Vernon High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 W Hwy 174
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-7526
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-7526
Gr: 9-12 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Mount Vernon Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
731 S Landrum St
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-3137
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-3137
Gr: 6-8 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
407 E Blaze Rd
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 316-7055
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 316-7055
Gr: PK | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
301 E Blaze Rd
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-7512
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-7512
Gr: K-2 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
500 State Dr
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-0292
Mount Vernon, MO 65712
(417) 466-0292
Gr: 6-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65712, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65712, MO include Mount Vernon Intermediate, Mount Vernon High School and Mount Vernon Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 65712?
6 public schools are located in 65712.
What is the racial composition of students in 65712?
65712 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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