For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 472 students in Bowling Green, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Bowling Green, MO is Bowling Green Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bowling Green, MO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Bowling Green have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Bowling Green, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bowling Green Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 West Adams Street
Bowling Green, MO 63334
(573) 324-2042
Bowling Green, MO 63334
(573) 324-2042
Gr: PK-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Bowling Green, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lillian Schaper (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
902 Independence Dr Box 86
Bowling Green, MO 63334
(573) 324-3257
Bowling Green, MO 63334
(573) 324-3257
Gr: Inquire with school | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Bowling Green, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Bowling Green, MO include Bowling Green Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Bowling Green?
2 public preschools are located in Bowling Green.
What is the racial composition of students in Bowling Green?
Bowling Green public preschools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 37% (majority Black).
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