For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 504 students in California, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in California, MO is California Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
California, MO public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in California have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in California, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
California Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
101 S Owen St
California, MO 65018
(573) 796-2161
California, MO 65018
(573) 796-2161
Gr: PK-4 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in California, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in California, MO include California Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in California?
1 public preschools are located in California.
What is the racial composition of students in California?
California public preschools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 37% (majority Black).
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