For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 292 students in Gainesville, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Gainesville, MO is Gainesville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gainesville, MO public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Gainesville have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Gainesville, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Gainesville, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Gainesville, MO include Gainesville Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Gainesville?
1 public elementary schools are located in Gainesville.
What is the racial composition of students in Gainesville?
Gainesville public elementary schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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