For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 270 students in 64836, MO.
The top ranked public preschool in 64836, MO is Pleasant Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 64836 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 64836, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 64836, MO Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
652 County Rd 180
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7085
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7085
Grades: PK-3
| 158 students
Rank: n/an/a
625 E. Fairview
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 758-0898
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 758-0898
Grades: PK
| 112 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 64836, MO?
The top ranked public preschools in 64836, MO include Pleasant Valley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 64836?
2 public preschools are located in 64836.
What is the racial composition of students in 64836?
64836 public preschools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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