Best Schools in Sikeston, Missouri
14 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Sikeston?
Use this page to compare every school in Sikeston by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Scott Co. Central Elem.
Elementary · Scott Co. Central. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sikeston Junior High School
Middle · Sikeston R-6. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lee Hunter Elem.
Elementary · Sikeston R-6. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Sikeston for 2026 are Scott Co. Central Elem. (7.9/10), Sikeston Junior High School (7.9/10), and Lee Hunter Elem. (7.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 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
14
11 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$149,600
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
14
11 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$149,600
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Rates 7.9/10 despite 90% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Sikeston schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Sikeston
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (11 of 14). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scott Co. Central Elem. | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Sikeston Junior High School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Lee Hunter Elem. | 7.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Wing Elem. | 7.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Southeast Elem. | 7.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Sikeston Middle School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Scott Co. Central High | 7.0 / 10 |
| 8 | The Christian Academy | 6.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Sikeston Senior High School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 10 | St Francis Xavier School | 6.4 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $55,945
- Median home value
- $149,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 17 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sikeston compares
Missouri rank
#50 of 258
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Missouri avg (6.3)
Median household income
$56k
85% of Missouri median
Schools in this city
12
About Schools in Sikeston, Missouri
Sikeston's public school system covers 10 ranked schools spanning elementary through high school. The city's average school score sits at 6.6 out of 10, reflecting a system with genuine standouts at the top and more modest performance lower down the list. Three of those 10 schools — 30% of the ranked total — clear the 7-point threshold, which parents can use as a quick benchmark when scanning options.
Scott Co. Central Elementary leads the city with an 8.4 score, the strongest mark in Sikeston and well above the local average. Scott Co. Central High School follows at 7.6, giving families in that attendance zone a consistent academic track from elementary through graduation. Sikeston Junior High rounds out the 7-plus tier at 7.1, covering the middle school years that connect those two campuses.
At the elementary level, the picture diverges further. Southeast Elementary scores 6.9 and Lee Hunter Elementary comes in at 6.5 — both below Sikeston's three top-performing schools. Neither score is alarming on a statewide basis, but the gap between Lee Hunter and Scott Co. Central Elementary is nearly two full points, a meaningful spread that parents should factor into neighborhood decisions. When comparing elementary options, it's worth asking which campus feeds into the stronger secondary schools.
For families moving to Sikeston, the Scott Co. Central corridor offers the most consistent above-average performance across all grade levels. The 6.6 city average means scores are spread across a fairly wide range, so attendance zone carries real weight here. Confirm your address maps to the correct zone before settling on a neighborhood, and use individual school scores — not the city average — as the primary comparison point when weighing your options.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 166 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.9 | ||
| 2 | 355 students · 1st–4th | 7.9 | ||
| 3 | 367 students · 1st–4th | 7.3 | ||
| 4 | 249 students · 1st–4th | 7.3 | ||
| 5 | 362 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 7.1 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Francis Xavier School
Private
67 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.4 | ||
| 2 | 6 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 442 students · 7th–8th | 7.9 |
| 2 | 473 students · 5th–6th | 7.1 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 121 students · 7th–12th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 977 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
| 3 | 14 students · 6th–12th | — |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31 students · Kindergarten–12th | 3.4 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | The Christian Academy
Private
49 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.9 | ||
Schools in Sikeston
Sikeston, Missouri · 14 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$55,945
Median Home Value
$149,600
Median Rent
$826/mo
Population
22,121
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
15.0%
Community Profile
Sikeston has a median household income of $55,945. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $149,600, with a median rent of $826/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.0%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Missouri
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 3
- Other
- 2
Resources
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Missouri
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Sikeston, Missouri
How many schools are in Sikeston, Missouri?
Sikeston has 14 schools, including 11 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sikeston, Missouri?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sikeston is 6.9 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 Sikeston, Missouri?
The top-ranked school in Sikeston on MySchoolScout is Scott Co. Central Elem. with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sikeston, Missouri?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sikeston on MySchoolScout is Scott Co. Central Elem. with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Sikeston, Missouri?
The top-ranked middle school in Sikeston on MySchoolScout is Sikeston Junior High School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Sikeston, Missouri?
The top-ranked high school in Sikeston on MySchoolScout is Scott Co. Central High with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Sikeston, Missouri?
Sikeston is served by 4 school districts: Division of Youth Service, Mo Schls for the Sev Disabled, Scott Co. Central, Sikeston R-6.
What is the education level in Sikeston, Missouri?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Sikeston have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sikeston, Missouri?
The median household income in Sikeston is approximately $55,945 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Sikeston, Missouri?
Yes, Sikeston has 3 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is The Christian Academy with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sikeston, Missouri?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sikeston is 11.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sikeston, 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.