Best Schools in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri
3 schools · 3 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Ft. Leonard Wood by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Wood Elem.
Elementary · Waynesville R-vi. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Thayer Elem.
Elementary · Waynesville R-vi. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Partridge Elem.
Elementary · Waynesville R-vi. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Ft. Leonard Wood for 2026 are Wood Elem. (9.3/10), Thayer Elem. (8.9/10), and Partridge Elem. (8.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
8.7
out of 10
Median Income
$68,528
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
8.7
out of 10
Median Income
$68,528
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ft. Leonard Wood
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wood Elem. | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Thayer Elem. | 8.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Partridge Elem. | 8.0 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.7/10
- Median household income
- $68,528
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 10 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 0%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ft. Leonard Wood compares
Missouri rank
#1 of 258
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+2.5
above Missouri avg (6.3)
Median household income
$69k
104% of Missouri median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri
Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 8.7 out of 10, schools in Ft. Leonard Wood perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ft. Leonard Wood is Wood Elem. with a composite score of 9.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ft. Leonard Wood is served by 1 school district: WAYNESVILLE R-VI. These districts collectively serve 6,091 students.
Ft. Leonard Wood's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,528. The poverty rate in the area is 5.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 289 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.3 |
| 2 | 217 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.9 |
| 3 | 374 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.0 |
Schools in Ft. Leonard Wood
Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$68,528
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
15,322
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
0%
Avg Commute
10 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Community Profile
Ft. Leonard Wood has a median household income of $68,528. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 10 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri
How many schools are in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri?
Ft. Leonard Wood has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ft. Leonard Wood is 8.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri?
The top-ranked school in Ft. Leonard Wood on MySchoolScout is Wood Elem. with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ft. Leonard Wood on MySchoolScout is Wood Elem. with a composite score of 9.3/10.
How many school districts serve Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri?
Ft. Leonard Wood is served by 1 school district: Waynesville R-vi.
What is the education level in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Ft. Leonard Wood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri?
The median household income in Ft. Leonard Wood is approximately $68,528 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ft. Leonard Wood is 13.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Missouri Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.