Joplin, MO
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 48,065 |
| Crime: | Average |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
Joplin is located in the "four states" area at the edge of the Ozark Montain region.
Cultural Attractions
The Joplin Little Theater is the oldest continuous community theater west of the Mississippi.
Historical
In the late 1870s, Joplin led the world in zinc and lead concentrate production.
Economy
Health care providers are among the leading employers in the area.
Fun Fact
Joplin's current population of 49,000 more than quintuples during the day with the city hosting over 270,000 workers and residents.
| Math score of schools here versus the state average [details] | Higher |
| Reading score of schools here versus the state average[details] | Higher |
| Number of elementary schools | 16 |
| Number of middle schools | 9 |
| Number of high schools | 7 |
| America's Best Colleges in the location itself / within 30 miles / within 50 miles | 0 / 0 / 0 |
High schools ranked by U.S. News
| Name | City/State | Medal | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joplin High | Joplin, MO | Bronze | 2,118 |
Colleges ranked by U.S. News
| Name | City/State | Rank | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education--Monterrey | Monterrey, MX | Unranked | 19,959 |
| Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education--University System | Monterrey, MX | Unranked | 66,557 |
| Ozark Christian College | Joplin, MO | Unranked | N/A |
| Pittsburg State University | Pittsburg, KS | Tier 3, U.-Master's (Mid. W) | 7,087 |
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