For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,139 students in 64079, MO.
The top ranked public preschools in 64079, MO are Compass Elementary School and Donald D. Siegrist Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 64079 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 64079, MO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 64079, MO Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Compass Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 Kentucky
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-0712
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-0712
Grades: PK-5
| 532 students
Rank: #22.
Donald D. Siegrist Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1701 Branch St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5977
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5977
Grades: PK-5
| 607 students
64079, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1601 Branch St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5808
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-5808
Grades: 4-5
| 437 students
1009 Second St
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2167
Platte City, MO 64079
(816) 858-2167
Grades: K
| 201 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 64079, MO?
The top ranked public preschools in 64079, MO include Compass Elementary School and Donald D. Siegrist Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 64079?
2 public preschools are located in 64079.
What is the racial composition of students in 64079?
64079 public preschools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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