For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 330 students in 65653, MO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 65653, MO is Forsyth Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 65653 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 65653, MO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 65653, MO Public Middle Schools (2026)
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Rank: #11.
Forsyth Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
178 Panther St
Forsyth, MO 65653
(417) 546-6382
Forsyth, MO 65653
(417) 546-6382
Gr: 5-8 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
65653, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
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<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 65653, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 65653, MO include Forsyth Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 65653?
1 public middle schools are located in 65653.
What is the racial composition of students in 65653?
65653 public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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