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Best Schools in Stockton, Missouri

6 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 3 Other

Public: 4
Private: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.2/10
Estimated Scores: 20%
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Choosing a school in Stockton?

Use this page to compare every school in Stockton 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.

Agape Baptist Academy

9.2/10

Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Stockton High

8.0/10

High · Stockton R-i. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Stockton Elem.

7.7/10

Elementary · Stockton R-i. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Stockton for 2026 are Agape Baptist Academy (9.2/10), Stockton High (8.0/10), and Stockton Elem. (7.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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

6

4 public · 2 private

Avg Score

7.2

out of 10

Median Home

$161,600

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Stockton

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Agape Baptist Academy 9.2 / 10
2 Stockton High 8.0 / 10
3 Stockton Elem. 7.7 / 10
4 Stockton Middle 7.5 / 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
7.2/10

80% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$46,927

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$161,600

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
23%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
26 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
79%

Of occupied housing units

How Stockton compares

Missouri rank

#34 of 258

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.9

above Missouri avg (6.3)

Median household income

$47k

71% of Missouri median

Schools in this city

5

About Schools in Stockton, Missouri

Stockton, Missouri is home to 6 schools, including 4 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Stockton 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 Stockton is Agape Baptist Academy with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Stockton is served by 1 school district: STOCKTON R-I. These districts collectively serve 952 students.

Stockton's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,927. The poverty rate in the area is 10.8%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 65785 (6)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 342 students · Kindergarten–4th 7.7

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 291 students · 5th–8th 7.5

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 288 students · 9th–12th 8.0

Other Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1 31 students · Pre-K–Pre-K 3.7
Private Schools 2 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 102 students · Kindergarten–12th 9.2
2 19 students · 2nd–12th

Schools in Stockton

Stockton, Missouri · 6 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$46,927

Median Home Value

$161,600

Median Rent

$774/mo

Population

5,538

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Community Profile

Stockton has a median household income of $46,927. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $161,600, with a median rent of $774/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.8%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Stockton, Missouri

How many schools are in Stockton, Missouri?

Stockton has 6 schools, including 4 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Stockton, Missouri?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Stockton is 7.2 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 Stockton, Missouri?

The top-ranked school in Stockton on MySchoolScout is Agape Baptist Academy with a composite score of 9.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Stockton, Missouri?

The top-ranked elementary school in Stockton on MySchoolScout is Stockton Elem. with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Stockton, Missouri?

The top-ranked middle school in Stockton on MySchoolScout is Stockton Middle with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best high school in Stockton, Missouri?

The top-ranked high school in Stockton on MySchoolScout is Stockton High with a composite score of 8.0/10.

How many school districts serve Stockton, Missouri?

Stockton is served by 1 school district: Stockton R-i.

What is the education level in Stockton, Missouri?

According to Census data, 23% of adults in Stockton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Stockton, Missouri?

The median household income in Stockton is approximately $46,927 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Stockton, Missouri?

Yes, Stockton has 2 private schools alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is Agape Baptist Academy with a score of 9.2/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Stockton, Missouri?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Stockton is 10.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Stockton, 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.