For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 417 students in 63834, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63834, MO are Charleston Middle School and Warren E. Hearnes Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 63834 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 63834, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63834, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charleston Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1012 S Main St
Charleston, MO 63834
(573) 683-3346
Charleston, MO 63834
(573) 683-3346
Gr: 4-6 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Warren E. Hearnes Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1015 Plant Rd
Charleston, MO 63834
(573) 683-3728
Charleston, MO 63834
(573) 683-3728
Gr: PK-3 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 63834, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63834, MO include Charleston Middle School and Warren E. Hearnes Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 63834?
2 public elementary schools are located in 63834.
What is the racial composition of students in 63834?
63834 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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