Welcome to Farmington

Farmington is a proud and close-knit community, preserving the family unit and progressing toward the future while adhering to the morals and values we grew up with.

Community activities are a large part of what keeps us united and economically strong. From the fishing derby dedicated to the children and their parents in the spring to the Christmas activities featuring a parade, Santa, and the emphasis of giving. Farmington upholds family values!

Residents enjoy the area’s excellent educational opportunities, quality healthcare, premium housing and affordable cost of living, while businesses are attracted to Farmington’s high-powered economy and supportive organizations. Visitors are also drawn to the city for its abundance of outdoor areas, wineries, cultural offerings and shopping venues.

Whether you are in search of a home for your family, a location for an upcoming business venture or interested in taking a relaxing vacation, this area is perfect for any lifestyle, interest and taste. Welcome to Farmington, “A Community of Tradition and Progress”.

Education

Education is at the forefront of many residents’ priorities in the City of Farmington. Offering top-rate educational opportunities to the students of Farmington is a leading component of life in the city. Creating lifelong learners and successful professionals has always been a priority for local educators.

Farmington R-7 School District

Recognized by the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education as a district with Distinction in Performance, the Farmington R-7 School District is the largest school system in St. Francois County.

As Home of the Knights, the district educates more than 3,700 students in grades K-12 and more than 140 preschoolers. The district operates an early childhood center, a kindergarten center, three elementary schools, an intermediate school, a middle school, a high school and an alternative education center. Committed to the success of all students and their readiness for college and careers, the district offers numerous academic support and enrichment opportunities at all grade levels. The high school also offers a host of outstanding extra-curricular activities and athletics, many of which have placed in district and state championships. High school students also have the opportunity to take college courses and earn dual credits prior to graduation.

For more information about the Farmington R-7 school district, visit fsdknights.com.

St. Joseph Catholic School

St. Joseph Catholic School educates children in matters of faith and knowledge by providing students with a fulfilling and innovative education experience. The school serves Early Childhood through eighth grade. For more information, contact St. Joseph Catholic School at 573-756-6312.

St. Paul Lutheran School

St. Paul Lutheran School is an accredited institution for Early Childhood through eighth grade education providing a Christ-centered environment where students are prepared spiritually and scholastically for their future. The Early Childhood Education program serves students ages three through five. For more information contact St. Paul Lutheran School at 573-756-5147.

St. Paul Lutheran High School

St. Paul Lutheran High School exists to provide quality, Christ-centered education. A rigorous college-prep curriculum combined with cutting-edge technology provides an academic challenge to each student. For more information, contact St. Paul Lutheran High School at 573-756-1099.

Mineral Area College

Mineral Area College is a two-year public comprehensive community college located just minutes north of Farmington in Park Hills, Missouri. The college is fully accredited and maintains a close working relationship with all of the major state-supported universities in Missouri. Four-year degrees are also available at the college through arrangements with Central Methodist University and the University of Missouri - St. Louis. Programs are also available through MAC Tech that provide students with opportunities to receive specialized technical skills training. For more information, contact Mineral Area College at 573-431-4593 or visit mineralarea.edu.