Best Schools in Springfield, MO — 2026 Rankings
Schools in Springfield, MO average a 5.0/10 composite score. See how all 63 schools rank in our 2026 analysis.
Finding the best school in Springfield starts with the data. We scored all 63 schools in the city across four dimensions — academics, growth, equity, and environment — to produce our 2026 rankings. Here’s what the numbers say.
Springfield at a Glance
- Total Schools: 63
- Total Students: 27,191
- City Average Score: 5.0/10
- Top School Score: 7.5/10
- Average Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.0:1
- School Types: 37 Elementary, 10 Middle, 9 High, 3 K-12 / Other
Top 10 Schools in Springfield
| Rank | School | Level | Score | Enrollment | Student-Teacher Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | McBride Elem. | Elementary | 7.5 | 385 | 14.3:1 |
| 2 | Sequiota Elem. | Elementary | 7.4 | 333 | 13.9:1 |
| 3 | David Harrison Elementary | Elementary | 7.4 | 339 | 15.4:1 |
| 4 | Cherokee Middle | Middle | 7.2 | 746 | 15.9:1 |
| 5 | Walt Disney Elem. | Elementary | 7.1 | 537 | 16.8:1 |
| 6 | Gray Elem. | Elementary | 7.1 | 477 | 17.0:1 |
| 7 | Willard Central Elem. | Elementary | 7.1 | 402 | 13.0:1 |
| 8 | Truman Elem. | Elementary | 7.0 | 305 | 14.5:1 |
| 9 | Campbell Elem. | School | 6.9 | 118 | 11.8:1 |
| 10 | Hickory Hills Elem. | Elementary | 6.9 | 358 | 16.3:1 |
About McBride Elem.
McBride Elem. leads our Springfield rankings with a composite score of 7.5 out of 10. The school stands out for strong academics (9.3/10). As a elementary school serving 385 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.3:1, it offers a competitive learning environment.
Score Breakdown: How Springfield’s Top Schools Compare
The gap between the top-ranked and third-ranked school in Springfield is narrow, meaning families have several equally strong options. Our composite score weighs four factors: academic performance (test scores), student growth over time, equity (how well the school serves all student groups), and environment (class size, teacher ratios, and resources).
How to Use These Rankings
Rankings are a starting point, not a final answer. Visit schools in person, talk to other parents, and consider what matters most for your child. A school’s score reflects data — but fit, culture, and commute matter just as much.
Explore each school’s full profile on MySchoolScout for detailed breakdowns of test scores, demographics, and nearby options.
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