For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 154 students in Alma, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 101 private students). 62% of all K-12 students in Alma, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in Alma, MO is Santa Fe High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alma, MO public school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Alma have an average ranking of 6/10, 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 Public Schools in Alma, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Santa Fe High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
108 N Chiefs
Alma, MO 64001
(660) 674-2236
Alma, MO 64001
(660) 674-2236
Gr: 7-12 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Alma, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Alma, MO include Santa Fe High School.
How many public schools are located in Alma?
1 public schools are located in Alma.
What percentage of students in Alma go to public school?
62% of all K-12 students in Alma are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Alma?
Alma 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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