For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,552 students in 64127, MO.
The top ranked public preschools in 64127, MO are Wendell Phillips Elementary School, Phillis Wheatley Elementary School and Kipp Endeavor Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 64127 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 64127, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 64127, MO Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wendell Phillips Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Prospect
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3755
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3755
Gr: PK-6 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Phillis Wheatley Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2415 Agnes Ave
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-4825
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-4825
Gr: PK-6 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Kipp Endeavor Academy
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 E 18th St
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 241-3994
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 241-3994
Gr: PK-8 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1012 Bales
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3850
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3850
Gr: PK-6 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Guadalupe Centers Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5123 E Truman Road
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 994-0396
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 994-0396
Gr: PK-5 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
64127, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2400 Prospect
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3905
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3905
Gr: PK-6 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
5000 East 17th St
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 241-3465
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 241-3465
Gr: K-5 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 64127, MO?
The top ranked public preschools in 64127, MO include Wendell Phillips Elementary School, Phillis Wheatley Elementary School and Kipp Endeavor Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 64127?
5 public preschools are located in 64127.
What is the racial composition of students in 64127?
64127 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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