For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 560 students in Dade County, MO.
The top ranked public preschools in Dade County, MO are Dadeville R-ii School, Lockwood Elementary School and Greenfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dade County, MO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Dade County have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Dade County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dadeville R-ii School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17 Bearcat Trail
Dadeville, MO 65635
(417) 995-2201
Dadeville, MO 65635
(417) 995-2201
Grades: PK-5
| 100 students
Rank: #22.
Lockwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
408 Locust
Lockwood, MO 65682
(417) 232-4528
Lockwood, MO 65682
(417) 232-4528
Grades: PK-6
| 143 students
Rank: #33.
Greenfield Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
409 Montgomery
Greenfield, MO 65661
(417) 637-5921
Greenfield, MO 65661
(417) 637-5921
Grades: PK-6
| 219 students
Rank: #44.
Everton Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
509 E School St
Everton, MO 65646
(417) 535-2221
Everton, MO 65646
(417) 535-2221
Grades: PK-6
| 71 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lockwood Specl. Educ. Coop.
Special Education School
208 E. 5th Street
Lockwood, MO 65682
(417) 232-4562
Lockwood, MO 65682
(417) 232-4562
Grades: PK-12
| 27 students
Dade County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
211 School Street
Everton, MO 65646
(417) 535-2221
Everton, MO 65646
(417) 535-2221
Grades: 6-8
| 39 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Dade County, MO?
The top ranked public preschools in Dade County, MO include Dadeville R-ii School, Lockwood Elementary School and Greenfield Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Dade County?
5 public preschools are located in Dade County.
What is the racial composition of students in Dade County?
Dade County public preschools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
Recent Articles
Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
2011 Classroom Size Update: Are Classes Still Growing Larger?
Since the recession, public school classrooms have seen major budget cuts - and many increases in class sizes. How is the situation in 2011? Read this article to find out.
Will Single Sex Classrooms Save Public Schools?
Learn about the benefits of single sex classrooms and why public schools are hoping this type of classroom will save the American school system.