For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 393 students in Lawson, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Lawson, MO is Southwest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lawson, MO public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Lawson have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Lawson, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwest Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
307 W Moss St
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7272
Lawson, MO 64062
(816) 580-7272
Gr: PK-4 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Lawson, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Lawson, MO include Southwest Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Lawson?
1 public preschools are located in Lawson.
What is the racial composition of students in Lawson?
Lawson public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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