For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 146 students in Essex, MO.
The top ranked public preschool in Essex, MO is Richland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Essex, MO public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 37% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Essex, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Richland Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
24456 State Hwy 114
Essex, MO 63846
(573) 283-5310
Essex, MO 63846
(573) 283-5310
Grades: PK-6
| 146 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Essex, MO?
The top ranked public preschools in Essex, MO include Richland Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Essex?
1 public preschools are located in Essex.
What is the racial composition of students in Essex?
Essex public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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