For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,459 students in 65020, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 88 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 65020, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65020, MO are Oak Ridge Intermediate, Camdenton High School and Camdenton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65020 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65020, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65020, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Ridge Intermediate
(Math: 55% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
119 Service Rd
Camdenton, MO 65020
(573) 346-9280
Camdenton, MO 65020
(573) 346-9280
Gr: 5-6 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Camdenton High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
119 Service Rd
Camdenton, MO 65020
(573) 346-9232
Camdenton, MO 65020
(573) 346-9232
Gr: 9-12 | 1,285 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Camdenton Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
119 Service Rd
Camdenton, MO 65020
(573) 346-9257
Camdenton, MO 65020
(573) 346-9257
Gr: 7-8 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Hawthorn Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
119 Service Rd
Camdenton, MO 65020
(573) 317-3450
Camdenton, MO 65020
(573) 317-3450
Gr: 3-4 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
119 Service Rd
Camdenton, MO 65020
(573) 346-9239
Camdenton, MO 65020
(573) 346-9239
Gr: PK-2 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Juvenile Justice Center
Alternative School
Hwy 54
Camdenton, MO 65020
(573) 346-9218
Camdenton, MO 65020
(573) 346-9218
Gr: 5-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Lake Career Technical Center
Vocational School
119 Service Rd
Camdenton, MO 65020
(573) 346-9260
Camdenton, MO 65020
(573) 346-9260
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65020, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65020, MO include Oak Ridge Intermediate, Camdenton High School and Camdenton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 65020?
7 public schools are located in 65020.
What percentage of students in 65020 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 65020 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65020?
65020 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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