For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 290 students in Alton, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Alton, MO is Alton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alton, MO public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Alton have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Alton, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alton Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 School Street
Alton, MO 65606
(417) 778-7217
Alton, MO 65606
(417) 778-7217
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Alton, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Alton, MO include Alton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Alton?
1 public preschools are located in Alton.
What is the racial composition of students in Alton?
Alton public preschools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 37% (majority Black).
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