For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,139 students in 64079, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 64079, MO are Compass Elementary School and Donald D. Siegrist Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 64079 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 64079, MO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 64079, MO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Compass Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
401 Kentucky
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-0712
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-0712
Gr: PK-5 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Donald D. Siegrist Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1701 Branch St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5977
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5977
Gr: PK-5 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
64079, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1601 Branch St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5808
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5808
Gr: 4-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
1009 Second St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2167
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2167
Gr: K | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 64079, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 64079, MO include Compass Elementary School and Donald D. Siegrist Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 64079?
2 public preschools are located in 64079.
What is the racial composition of students in 64079?
64079 public preschools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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