For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 571 students in Alton, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Alton, MO are Alton Elementary School and Alton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alton, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Alton have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Alton, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alton Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 School Street
Alton, MO 65606
(417) 778-7217
Alton, MO 65606
(417) 778-7217
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Alton High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
505 School Street
Alton, MO 65606
(417) 778-7215
Alton, MO 65606
(417) 778-7215
Gr: 6-12 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Alton, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Alton, MO include Alton Elementary School and Alton High School.
How many public schools are located in Alton?
2 public schools are located in Alton.
What is the racial composition of students in Alton?
Alton public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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