For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,584 students in 65559, MO (there are , serving 86 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 65559, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65559, MO are Lucy Wortham James Elementary School, St. James Middle School and St. James High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65559 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65559, MO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65559, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lucy Wortham James Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
314 S Jefferson
Saint James, MO 65559
(573) 265-2300
Saint James, MO 65559
(573) 265-2300
Gr: PK-5 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
St. James Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Tiger Dr
Saint James, MO 65559
(573) 265-2300
Saint James, MO 65559
(573) 265-2300
Gr: 6-8 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
St. James High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
101 E Scioto
Saint James, MO 65559
(573) 265-2300
Saint James, MO 65559
(573) 265-2300
Gr: 9-12 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65559, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65559, MO include Lucy Wortham James Elementary School, St. James Middle School and St. James High School.
How many public schools are located in 65559?
3 public schools are located in 65559.
What percentage of students in 65559 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 65559 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65559?
65559 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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