For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,676 students in 63042, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 63042, MO are Garrett Elementary School, Russell Elementary School and Mcnair Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 63042 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 63042, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 63042, MO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garrett Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 Ville Rosa Ln
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-4200
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Russell Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7350 Howdershell Rd
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-4750
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-4750
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Mcnair Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
585 Coachway Ln
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-4700
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Armstrong Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6255 Howdershell Rd
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-4000
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
8855 Dunn Rd
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 524-3872
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 524-3872
Gr: PK | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
5323 Ville Maria Lane
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-7650
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 953-7650
Gr: PK | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 63042, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 63042, MO include Garrett Elementary School, Russell Elementary School and Mcnair Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 63042?
6 public preschools are located in 63042.
What is the racial composition of students in 63042?
63042 public preschools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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