For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 418 students in 65233, MO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 65233, MO is Laura Speed Elliott Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 65233 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 65233, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65233, MO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laura Speed Elliott Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 Main St
Boonville, MO 65233
(660) 882-6649
Boonville, MO 65233
(660) 882-6649
Gr: 6-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
Boonville Correctional Center
Alternative School
1216 E Morgan St
Boonville, MO 65233
(660) 882-6521
Boonville, MO 65233
(660) 882-6521
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
Boonville Treatment Center
Alternative School
1216 E Morgan St
Boonville, MO 65233
(660) 882-6521
Boonville, MO 65233
(660) 882-6521
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
736 Main St
Boonville, MO 65233
(660) 882-7474
Boonville, MO 65233
(660) 882-7474
Gr: K-12 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 65233, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 65233, MO include Laura Speed Elliott Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 65233?
4 public middle schools are located in 65233.
What is the racial composition of students in 65233?
65233 public middle schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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