For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 528 students in 63801, MO.
The top ranked public preschool in 63801, MO is Scott Co. Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 63801 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 63801, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 63801, MO Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Scott Co. Central Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20794 Us Hwy 61
Sikeston, MO 63801
(573) 471-3511
Sikeston, MO 63801
(573) 471-3511
Grades: PK-6
| 166 students
Rank: n/an/a
1310 E Salcedo Rd
Sikeston, MO 63801
(573) 471-0653
Sikeston, MO 63801
(573) 471-0653
Grades: PK-K
| 362 students
63801, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1002 Virginia
Sikeston, MO 63801
(573) 667-5011
Sikeston, MO 63801
(573) 667-5011
Grades: K-4
| 186 students
New Dawn (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
710 Glenn Drive
Sikeston, MO 63801
(573) 472-5360
Sikeston, MO 63801
(573) 472-5360
Grades: Inquire with school
| 41 students
Murray Ln
Sikeston, MO 63801
(573) 472-0414
Sikeston, MO 63801
(573) 472-0414
Grades: 5
| 270 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 63801, MO?
The top ranked public preschools in 63801, MO include Scott Co. Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 63801?
2 public preschools are located in 63801.
What is the racial composition of students in 63801?
63801 public preschools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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