For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 287 students in Canton, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Canton, MO is Canton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canton, MO public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Canton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Canton, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Fourth St
Canton, MO 63435
(573) 288-5216
Canton, MO 63435
(573) 288-5216
Gr: PK-6 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Canton, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Canton, MO include Canton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Canton?
1 public preschools are located in Canton.
What is the racial composition of students in Canton?
Canton public preschools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 37% (majority Black).
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