For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 664 students in 64123, MO.
The top ranked public preschools in 64123, MO are Gladstone Elementary School and James Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 64123 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 64123, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 64123, MO Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gladstone Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
335 N Elmwood
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3285
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3285
Gr: PK-6 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
James Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5810 Scarritt
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3650
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3650
Gr: PK-6 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
64123, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 64123, MO?
The top ranked public preschools in 64123, MO include Gladstone Elementary School and James Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 64123?
2 public preschools are located in 64123.
What is the racial composition of students in 64123?
64123 public preschools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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