For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,126 students in 64119, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 64119, MO are Maplewood Elementary School and Gracemor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 64119 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 64119, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 64119, MO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maplewood Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6400 Ne 52nd St
Kansas City, MO 64119
(816) 321-5140
Kansas City, MO 64119
(816) 321-5140
Gr: PK-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Gracemor Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5125 N Sycamore
Kansas City, MO 64119
(816) 321-5110
Kansas City, MO 64119
(816) 321-5110
Gr: PK-5 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
6479 N Prospect
Kansas City, MO 64119
(816) 321-5250
Kansas City, MO 64119
(816) 321-5250
Gr: PK | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 64119, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 64119, MO include Maplewood Elementary School and Gracemor Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 64119?
3 public preschools are located in 64119.
What is the racial composition of students in 64119?
64119 public preschools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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