For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 261 students in Wheatland, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Wheatland, MO are Wheatland Elementary School and Wheatland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wheatland, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Wheatland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 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 Wheatland, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wheatland Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18808 State Highway 83
Wheatland, MO 65779
(417) 282-5833
Wheatland, MO 65779
(417) 282-5833
Gr: PK-6 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #22.
Wheatland High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
18808 State Highway 83
Wheatland, MO 65779
(417) 282-5833
Wheatland, MO 65779
(417) 282-5833
Gr: 7-12 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Wheatland, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Wheatland, MO include Wheatland Elementary School and Wheatland High School.
How many public schools are located in Wheatland?
2 public schools are located in Wheatland.
What is the racial composition of students in Wheatland?
Wheatland 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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