For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,377 students in 64052, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 64052, MO are Three Trails Elementary School, Procter Elementary School and Korte Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 64052 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 64052, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 64052, MO Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Three Trails Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11801 E 32nd St S
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5470
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5470
Gr: PK-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Procter Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1403 W Linden Ave
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5440
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5440
Gr: PK-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Korte Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2437 S Hardy Ave
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5430
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5430
Gr: PK-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Cassell Park Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10401 East 31st Street South
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5540
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5540
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
64052, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2437-2431 S Hardy
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 418-4450
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 418-4450
Gr: PK-6 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 64052, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 64052, MO include Three Trails Elementary School, Procter Elementary School and Korte Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 64052?
4 public preschools are located in 64052.
What is the racial composition of students in 64052?
64052 public preschools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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