For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,481 students in Union, MO.
The top ranked public preschools in Union, MO are Beaufort Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Prairie Dell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Union, MO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Union have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Union, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beaufort Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3200 Hwy 50
Union, MO 63084
(573) 484-3221
Union, MO 63084
(573) 484-3221
Grades: PK-5
| 344 students
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2 E Springfield
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-3152
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-3152
Grades: PK-5
| 604 students
Rank: #33.
Prairie Dell Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1911 Prairie Dell Rd
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-1200
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-1200
Grades: PK-5
| 533 students
Union, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Autumn Hill (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
300 Independence Drive
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-5959
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-5959
Grades: Inquire with school
| 28 students
1 Clark Ave
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-6997
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-6997
Grades: 4-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Union, MO?
The top ranked public preschools in Union, MO include Beaufort Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Prairie Dell Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Union?
3 public preschools are located in Union.
What is the racial composition of students in Union?
Union public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Union are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Union include: Beaufort Elementary School vs. Central Elementary School, Central Elementary School vs. Beaufort Elementary School
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