Best Schools in Mt. Vernon, Missouri
1 schools · 1 High
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$208,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$208,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $61,832
- Median home value
- $208,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mt. Vernon compares
Median household income
$62k
94% of Missouri median
About Schools in Mt. Vernon, Missouri
Mt. Vernon, Missouri is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Mt. Vernon show moderate performance 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 Mt. Vernon is Mt. Vernon Treatment Ctr. with a composite score of 5.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mt. Vernon is served by 1 school district: DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE. These districts collectively serve 570 students.
Mt. Vernon's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,832. The poverty rate in the area is 13.0%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 45 students · 6th–12th | 5.8 |
Schools in Mt. Vernon
Mt. Vernon, Missouri · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,832
Median Home Value
$208,000
Median Rent
$687/mo
Population
8,910
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
13.0%
Community Profile
Mt. Vernon has a median household income of $61,832. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $208,000, with a median rent of $687/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.0%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Mt. Vernon, Missouri
How many schools are in Mt. Vernon, Missouri?
Mt. Vernon has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mt. Vernon, Missouri?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mt. Vernon is 5.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
How many school districts serve Mt. Vernon, Missouri?
Mt. Vernon is served by 1 school district: Division of Youth Service.
What is the education level in Mt. Vernon, Missouri?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Mt. Vernon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mt. Vernon, Missouri?
The median household income in Mt. Vernon is approximately $61,832 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mt. Vernon, Missouri?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mt. Vernon is 11.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mt. Vernon, 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.