What types of schools are available in Joplin, Missouri?

Joplin, Missouri offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Joplin, Missouri

Q: How many schools are in Joplin, Missouri?

There are 17 schools in Joplin, Missouri, serving 7,891 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Joplin?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Joplin, Missouri, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 17 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

7,891

Total Students

Across Joplin

12:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

17 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score34%

ELA Assessment Score35%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)15 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 2,288 students at Joplin High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 3:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Stapleton Elem.

publicelementaryK-5

101 E 41St St, Joplin, MO 64802

1323 E 28Th St, Joplin, MO 64802

2104 Indiana Ave, Joplin, MO 64802

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

900 E 50Th St, Joplin, MO 64802

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

102 Gray, Joplin, MO 64802

130 Mckinley, Joplin, MO 64802

1131 Highview, Joplin, MO 64802

2100 Rolla St, Joplin, MO 64802

610 S Forest, Joplin, MO 64802

2201 W 24Th St, Joplin, MO 64802

2901 Mcclelland Blvd, Joplin, MO 64802

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

4594 East 20Th St, Joplin, MO 64802

Soaring Heights Elem.

publicelementaryPK-5

4604 East 20Th St, Joplin, MO 64802

Joplin Early Childhood Ctr.

publicelementaryPK-PK

2825 S Mcclelland Blvd, Joplin, MO 64802

Dover Hill Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

1100 N Main Street, Joplin, MO 64802

1101 N Goetz Blvd, Joplin, MO 64801

1823 W 20Th St, Joplin, MO 64804

Detailed Overview of Schools in Joplin

Joplin, Missouri is home to 17 schools serving over 7,891 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Joplin, Missouri?

There are 17 schools in Joplin, serving 7,891 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Joplin?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Joplin include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Joplin?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Joplin is 12:1.

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