For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 150 students in Cardwell, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Cardwell, MO is Southland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cardwell, MO public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Cardwell have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Cardwell, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southland Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 S Main
Cardwell, MO 63829
(573) 654-3564
Cardwell, MO 63829
(573) 654-3564
Gr: PK-5 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Cardwell, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Cardwell, MO include Southland Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Cardwell?
1 public preschools are located in Cardwell.
What is the racial composition of students in Cardwell?
Cardwell public preschools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 37% (majority Black).
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