For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 196 students in Deering, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Deering, MO are Delta C-7 High School and Delta C-7 Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Deering, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Deering have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Deering, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Delta C-7 High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
20 Charger Ln
Deering, MO 63840
(573) 757-6611
Deering, MO 63840
(573) 757-6611
Gr: 7-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Delta C-7 Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
20 Charger Ln
Deering, MO 63840
(573) 757-6615
Deering, MO 63840
(573) 757-6615
Gr: PK-6 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Deering, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Deering, MO include Delta C-7 High School and Delta C-7 Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Deering?
2 public schools are located in Deering.
What is the racial composition of students in Deering?
Deering public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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