7.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Mt. Vernon, Missouri

1 schools · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.8/10

Estimated Scores: 100%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.8/10
Median household income: $61,832
Median home value: $208,000
Bachelor's degree or higher: 21%
Avg commute: 24 min
Owner-occupied homes: 74%

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 7.8 out of 10, schools in Mt. Vernon perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Mt. Vernon is Mt. Vernon Treatment Ctr. with a composite score of 7.8/10, 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.

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High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	MT. VERNON TREATMENT CTR. 45 students · 6th–12th	45	6th–12th	7.8

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.

Quick Facts

State: Missouri
Total Schools: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.8/10

Resources

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School District

DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE

41 schools · 570 students

Nearby Cities

Mount Vernon (5 schools)

Marionville (3 schools)

13 mi

Pierce City (4 schools)

Greenfield (2 schools)

21 mi

Purdy (3 schools)

21 mi

Other Major Cities in Missouri

Top metros statewide by school count.

St. Louis 290 schools Kansas City 197 schools Springfield 82 schools Columbia 47 schools St. Charles 41 schools

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 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 7.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Mt. Vernon, Missouri?

The top-ranked school in Mt. Vernon on MySchoolScout is Mt. Vernon Treatment Ctr. with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best high school in Mt. Vernon, Missouri?

The top-ranked high school in Mt. Vernon on MySchoolScout is Mt. Vernon Treatment Ctr. with a composite score of 7.8/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.