For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 701 students in 64503, MO.
The top ranked public preschools in 64503, MO are Skaith Elementary School and Pickett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 64503 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 64503, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 64503, MO Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Skaith Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4701 Schoolside Ln
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4370
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4370
Gr: PK-6 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Pickett Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3923 Pickett Rd
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4330
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4330
Gr: PK-6 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
64503, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1909 S Twelfth St
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4280
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4280
Gr: PK-6 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 64503, MO?
The top ranked public preschools in 64503, MO include Skaith Elementary School and Pickett Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 64503?
2 public preschools are located in 64503.
What is the racial composition of students in 64503?
64503 public preschools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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