For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,161 students in 63401, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63401, MO are Oakwood Elementary School, Mark Twain Elementary School and Mississippi Valley School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 63401 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 63401, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63401, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakwood Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3716 Market St
Hannibal, MO 63401
(573) 221-2747
Hannibal, MO 63401
(573) 221-2747
Gr: K-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2800 Bird St
Hannibal, MO 63401
(573) 221-0768
Hannibal, MO 63401
(573) 221-0768
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Mississippi Valley School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
312 Munger Ln
Hannibal, MO 63401
(573) 248-2627
Hannibal, MO 63401
(573) 248-2627
Gr: K-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
Hannibal Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4700 Mcmasters Ave
Hannibal, MO 63401
(573) 221-5840
Hannibal, MO 63401
(573) 221-5840
Gr: 6-8 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #55.
Veterans Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
790 N Veterans Rd
Hannibal, MO 63401
(573) 221-0649
Hannibal, MO 63401
(573) 221-0649
Gr: K-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #66.
A. D. Stowell Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 Union
Hannibal, MO 63401
(573) 221-0980
Hannibal, MO 63401
(573) 221-0980
Gr: K-5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #77.
Eugene Field Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1405 Pearl St
Hannibal, MO 63401
(573) 221-1050
Hannibal, MO 63401
(573) 221-1050
Gr: PK-5 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 63401, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63401, MO include Oakwood Elementary School, Mark Twain Elementary School and Mississippi Valley School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 63401?
7 public elementary schools are located in 63401.
What is the racial composition of students in 63401?
63401 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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