8.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Grant City, Missouri

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.0/10
Median household income: $46,293
Median home value: $90,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 19%
Avg commute: 30 min
Owner-occupied homes: 76%

How Grant City compares

Median household income

$46k

70% of Missouri median

About Schools in Grant City, Missouri

Grant City, Missouri is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in Grant City perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Grant City is Worth Co. Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Grant City is served by 1 school district: WORTH CO. R-III. These districts collectively serve 274 students.

Grant City's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,293. The poverty rate in the area is 20.4%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	WORTH CO. ELEMENTARY 158 students · Pre-K–6th	158	Pre-K–6th	8.6

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	WORTH CO. HIGH 116 students · 7th–12th	116	7th–12th	7.4

Schools in Grant City

Grant City, Missouri · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$46,293

Median Home Value

$90,600

Median Rent

$362/mo

Population

1,396

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

20.4%

Community Profile

Grant City has a median household income of $46,293. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $90,600, with a median rent of $362/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Missouri
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.0/10

Resources

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School District

WORTH CO. R-III

2 schools · 274 students

Nearby Cities

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17 mi

Ravenwood (2 schools)

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Stanberry (2 schools)

20 mi

Conception Jct (2 schools)

Eagleville (3 schools)

23 mi

Bethany (3 schools)

25 mi

King City (2 schools)

30 mi

Ridgeway (2 schools)

26 mi

Maryville (7 schools)

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Pattonsburg (2 schools)

Rosendale (3 schools)

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Other Major Cities in Missouri

Top metros statewide by school count.

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Grant City, Missouri

How many schools are in Grant City, Missouri?

Grant City has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Grant City, Missouri?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Grant City is 8.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Grant City, Missouri?

The top-ranked school in Grant City on MySchoolScout is Worth Co. Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Grant City, Missouri?

The top-ranked elementary school in Grant City on MySchoolScout is Worth Co. Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best high school in Grant City, Missouri?

The top-ranked high school in Grant City on MySchoolScout is Worth Co. High with a composite score of 7.4/10.

How many school districts serve Grant City, Missouri?

Grant City is served by 1 school district: Worth Co. R-iii.

What is the education level in Grant City, Missouri?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Grant City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Grant City, Missouri?

The median household income in Grant City is approximately $46,293 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Grant City, Missouri?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Grant City is 9.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Grant City, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.