Best 65609 Missouri Public Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 162 students in 65609, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in 65609, MO is Bakersfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 65609 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 65609, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).

Best 65609, MO Public Preschools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bakersfield Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
357 State Hwy O
Bakersfield, MO 65609
(417) 284-7593
Gr: PK-5 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 65609, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 65609, MO include Bakersfield Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 65609?
1 public preschools are located in 65609.
What is the racial composition of students in 65609?
65609 public preschools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).

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