For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 726 students in Jackson, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Jackson, MO is East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jackson, MO public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Jackson have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Jackson, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
455 N. Lacey Street
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-5271
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-5271
Gr: PK-4 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Jackson, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
444 W Jefferson
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9553
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9553
Gr: K | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Jackson, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Jackson, MO include East Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Jackson?
1 public preschools are located in Jackson.
What is the racial composition of students in Jackson?
Jackson public preschools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 37% (majority Black).
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