For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 217 students in Clinton, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Clinton, MO is Leesville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clinton, MO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Clinton have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Clinton, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leesville Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8229 E Highway 7
Clinton, MO 64735
(660) 477-3406
Clinton, MO 64735
(660) 477-3406
Gr: PK-8 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
502 S 5th Street
Clinton, MO 64735
(660) 885-5845
Clinton, MO 64735
(660) 885-5845
Gr: PK | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Clinton, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
701 S 8th St
Clinton, MO 64735
(660) 885-2641
Clinton, MO 64735
(660) 885-2641
Gr: PK-K | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Clinton, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Clinton, MO include Leesville Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Clinton?
2 public preschools are located in Clinton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clinton?
Clinton public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 37% (majority Black).
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