For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 951 students in 63701, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 63701, MO are Blanchard Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School and Clippard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 63701 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 63701, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 63701, MO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blanchard Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1829 N Sprigg St
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-3030
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-3030
Gr: PK-4 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1550 Themis
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-5456
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-5456
Gr: PK-4 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Clippard Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2880 Hopper Rd
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-5720
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-5720
Gr: PK-4 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 63701, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 63701, MO include Blanchard Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School and Clippard Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 63701?
3 public preschools are located in 63701.
What is the racial composition of students in 63701?
63701 public preschools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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