| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Carter County R-II School District | Ellsinore | 7/10 Good · 69th pct | 652 | 3 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Van Buren R-I School District | Fremont | 3/10 Below Average · 27th pct | 516 | 2 | PK–12 | 2 |
How Carter County compares
Together they enroll 1,168 students across 5 schools. The largest is East Carter County R-II School District with 652 students. Districts here average 5.0/10, below the Missouri average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 3/10 to 7/10.
School Districts in Carter County, Missouri
Carter County has 2 public school districts covering 4 zip codes. The top-rated district in Carter County is East Carter County R-II School District (7/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Missouri. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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