For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 365 students in Sweet Springs, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Sweet Springs, MO are Sweet Springs High School and Sweet Springs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sweet Springs, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Sweet Springs have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Sweet Springs, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sweet Springs High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 E. Marshall St.
Sweet Springs, MO 65351
(660) 335-6341
Sweet Springs, MO 65351
(660) 335-6341
Gr: 7-12 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Sweet Springs Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 E. Marshall
Sweet Springs, MO 65351
(660) 335-6348
Sweet Springs, MO 65351
(660) 335-6348
Gr: PK-6 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Sweet Springs, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Sweet Springs, MO include Sweet Springs High School and Sweet Springs Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Sweet Springs?
2 public schools are located in Sweet Springs.
What is the racial composition of students in Sweet Springs?
Sweet Springs public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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