For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 609 students in Benton, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in Benton, MO are Kelso Elementary School and Scott Co. Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benton, MO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Benton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Benton, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kelso Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
820 State Hwy A
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3357
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3357
Gr: PK-8 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Scott Co. Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4035 State Hwy 77
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Gr: PK-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Benton, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Benton, MO include Kelso Elementary School and Scott Co. Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Benton?
2 public preschools are located in Benton.
What is the racial composition of students in Benton?
Benton public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Benton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Benton include: Kelso Elementary School vs. Scott Co. Elementary School, Scott Co. Elementary School vs. Kelso Elementary School
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