For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 605 students in 65655, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in 65655, MO are Gainesville High School and Gainesville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65655 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65655, MO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65655, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gainesville High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
422 Bulldog Drive
Gainesville, MO 65655
(417) 679-4200
Gainesville, MO 65655
(417) 679-4200
Gr: 7-12 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Gainesville Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
218 Bulldog Drive
Gainesville, MO 65655
(417) 679-4416
Gainesville, MO 65655
(417) 679-4416
Gr: K-6 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: n/an/a
422 Bulldog Drive
Gainesville, MO 65655
(417) 679-4416
Gainesville, MO 65655
(417) 679-4416
Gr: PK | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65655, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65655, MO include Gainesville High School and Gainesville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65655?
3 public schools are located in 65655.
What is the racial composition of students in 65655?
65655 public schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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