For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 1,918 students in Jasper County, MO.
The top ranked public preschools in Jasper County, MO are Wildwood Elementary School and Pleasant Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jasper County, MO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Jasper County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Jasper County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wildwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
214 S 11th
Sarcoxie, MO 64862
(417) 548-3421
Sarcoxie, MO 64862
(417) 548-3421
Gr: PK-5 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
652 County Rd 180
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7085
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7085
Gr: PK-3 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
206 S Roney
Carl Junction, MO 64834
(417) 649-7045
Carl Junction, MO 64834
(417) 649-7045
Gr: PK-1 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
625 E. Fairview
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 758-0898
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 758-0898
Gr: PK | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
1020 N Webb
Webb City, MO 64870
(417) 673-6070
Webb City, MO 64870
(417) 673-6070
Gr: PK | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
2825 S Mcclelland Blvd
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5290
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5290
Gr: PK | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
211 W Aylor
Webb City, MO 64870
(417) 673-6075
Webb City, MO 64870
(417) 673-6075
Gr: K | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Jasper County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
College View (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1101 North Goetz Boulevard
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 629-3044
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 629-3044
Gr: Inquire with school | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
610 W F St
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5325
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5325
Gr: K-5 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
1301 South Duquesne Rd
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5335
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5335
Gr: K-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
1301 South Duquesne Rd
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5345
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5345
Gr: K-5 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
1001 W 7th St
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5380
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5380
Gr: K-5 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Po Box 128
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5230
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 625-5230
Gr: 9-12 | 1,921 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Jasper County, MO?
The top ranked public preschools in Jasper County, MO include Wildwood Elementary School and Pleasant Valley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Jasper County?
7 public preschools are located in Jasper County.
What is the racial composition of students in Jasper County?
Jasper County public preschools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
Recent Articles
What Are Public Schools Doing to Fight Obesity and Is It Working?
Childhood obesity rates continue to climb. While many public schools have implemented policies and programs to combat the problem, there is always more to be done. Keep reading to learn what schools are doing to prevent obesity and how you can help.
Massachusetts: Boston Public Schools Offer Free Lunches
Kids in Boston Public Schools will enjoy free lunches this year, thanks to participation in a federal program that cuts out paperwork required to prove eligibility for the free lunch program.
Michigan Schools: Free Meals for All Students in Some Detroit Schools
Learn about a pilot program through the U.S. Department of Agriculture that would offer two free meals and snacks to all Detroit Public School students daily – a controversial decision for some taxpayers.