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Worth County

Missouri · Public K-12

Across Worth County, 2 public K-12 schools educate around 295 students. The level mix runs 1 elementary and 1 high.

7-year change in Worth County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
295
-24 (-8%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
99%
was 98%
% Hispanic
0%
was 1%
% Black
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
2
1 districts
Enrollment
295
NCES CCD
Median income
$47,847
Below Missouri avg
Free/reduced lunch
48.1%
Below Missouri avg
Elementary
1
170 students
Middle
0
schools
High
1
125 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
WORTH CO. R-III
295 students · 1 district in Worth County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Worth County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
95%
Hispanic
1%
Black
0%
Asian
0%
Two or more
4%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
99%
Hispanic
0%
Black
0%
Asian
0%
Two or more
1%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
21.1%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
11.6%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
1.6%
civilian labor
Median age
49
21.6% under 18

Test scores in Worth County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 2 schools ranked. Missouri state average: 49.5%.

Top 2 schools (ELA)
  1. WORTH CO. HIGH· 41.4%
  2. WORTH CO. ELEMENTARY· 34.4%

See all 2 schools in Worth County ranked by score →

All schools (2)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
WORTH CO. ELEMENTARYGrant CityElementaryPK-06170·
WORTH CO. HIGHGrant CityHigh07-12125·

Cities in Worth County

Grant City2 schools

About Worth County

Worth County is a sparse Missouri county of about 1,934 residents, home to 2 public schools and roughly 295 students.

For perspective, census numbers show median household income runs near $47,847, about 21% of adults have a bachelor's degree or above, and the poverty rate is around 12%. That income level is 22% below the Missouri median.

Looking at the level breakdown, Worth County comprises 1 elementary school (170 students), and 1 high school (125).

WORTH CO. R-III dominates the local landscape, accounting for roughly 295 students on its own.

Trend over the past 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Worth County has shrank 8% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 319 students to 295.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Worth County discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Worth County?
Worth County, Missouri has 2 public K-12 schools serving approximately 295 students.
How many high schools are in Worth County?
Worth County, Missouri has 1 public high school, serving approximately 125 students.
How many elementary schools are in Worth County?
Worth County, Missouri has 1 public elementary school, serving approximately 170 students.
What is the largest school district in Worth County?
WORTH CO. R-III is the largest school district in Worth County, serving approximately 295 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
How many people live in Worth County?
Worth County has roughly 1,934 residents according to the latest Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What is the median household income in Worth County?
Median household income in Worth County is $47,847, below the Missouri average of $61,285. About 11.6% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Worth County?
Approximately 21.1% of adults 25 and older in Worth County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Worth County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 48.1% of students in Worth County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the Missouri county average of 54.0%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Worth County schools?
Across Worth County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 10.3 to 1.
What is the racial makeup of Worth County?
Worth County residents are approximately 95% White, 1% Hispanic, 0% Black, 4% two or more races according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data