Warren County Schools & Education
Warren County, Missouri
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
29/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
90.2%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
90.2%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,458
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,334
School Score
29/100
Higher = better
State avg 43/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#100
of 115 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Warren County
School Verdict
Despite a lower school score of 29/100, Warren County maintains a strong graduation rate of 90.2%, suggesting effective student support systems.
Funding Context
At $5,458 per pupil, Warren County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Warren County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 32% below the Missouri average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 1.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 14% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Warren County, Missouri
Concentrated Districts for Five Thousand Students
Warren County operates 12 public schools within just two districts, serving a total of 5,035 students. The system is streamlined into six elementary, two middle, and two high schools.
Beating the National Graduation Average
The 90.2% graduation rate in Warren County exceeds the 87% national average. Although per-pupil spending of $5,458 is lower than the state average, the county maintains a 50.3 school score, matching the national median.
Warren Co. R-III and Wright City R-II
Warren Co. R-III is the larger of the two districts, educating 3,085 students across six campuses. These are traditional public school districts with no charter schools currently serving the county.
Larger Town-Centered School Campuses
Most students attend schools in town settings, where the average school size is a robust 420 students. Warrenton High is the largest facility, serving 997 students, while eight of the 12 schools are located in town locales.
Move Near Growing Town School Districts
Warren County is an excellent choice for families who prefer larger, town-based school environments with strong graduation rates. Exploring homes in the Warrenton or Wright City areas places you in districts with established academic track records.
School Overview
Total Schools
12
in Warren County
Total Enrollment
5,035
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Warren County
WARREN CO. R-III
WRIGHT CITY R-II OF WARREN CO.
12 Public Schools in Warren County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WARRENTON HIGH | WARREN CO. R-III | 9–12 | High | 997 |
| BLACK HAWK MIDDLE | WARREN CO. R-III | 6–8 | Middle | 698 |
| WARRIOR RIDGE ELEM. | WARREN CO. R-III | KG–5 | Primary | 544 |
| WRIGHT CITY HIGH | WRIGHT CITY R-II OF WARREN CO. | 9–12 | High | 536 |
| WRIGHT CITY WEST ELEM. | WRIGHT CITY R-II OF WARREN CO. | 2–5 | Primary | 514 |
| REBECCA BOONE ELEM. | WARREN CO. R-III | KG–5 | Primary | 448 |
| WRIGHT CITY MIDDLE | WRIGHT CITY R-II OF WARREN CO. | 6–8 | Middle | 395 |
| DANIEL BOONE ELEM. | WARREN CO. R-III | KG–5 | Primary | 338 |
| WRIGHT CITY EAST ELEM | WRIGHT CITY R-II OF WARREN CO. | KG–1 | Primary | 282 |
| Marthasville Elementary | WASHINGTON | KG–6 | Primary | 181 |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER | WARREN CO. R-III | PK | Other | 60 |
| WRIGHT START PRESCHOOL | WRIGHT CITY R-II OF WARREN CO. | PK | Other | 42 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,458
State avg $6,334
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Warren County, Missouri — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Warren County, Missouri?
Warren County operates 12 public schools within just two districts, serving a total of 5,035 students. The system is streamlined into six elementary, two middle, and two high schools.
How do schools in Warren County perform academically?
The 90.2% graduation rate in Warren County exceeds the 87% national average. Although per-pupil spending of $5,458 is lower than the state average, the county maintains a 50.3 school score, matching the national median.
What are the major school districts in Warren County, Missouri?
Warren Co. R-III is the larger of the two districts, educating 3,085 students across six campuses. These are traditional public school districts with no charter schools currently serving the county.
What is the school experience like in Warren County?
Most students attend schools in town settings, where the average school size is a robust 420 students. Warrenton High is the largest facility, serving 997 students, while eight of the 12 schools are located in town locales.
How can I find homes near good schools in Warren County, Missouri?
Warren County is an excellent choice for families who prefer larger, town-based school environments with strong graduation rates. Exploring homes in the Warrenton or Wright City areas places you in districts with established academic track records.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.