For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 734 students in 64123, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 64123, MO are Gladstone Elementary School and James Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 64123 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 64123, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 64123, MO Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gladstone Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
335 N Elmwood
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3285
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3285
Gr: PK-6 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
James Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5810 Scarritt
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3650
Kansas City, MO 64123
(816) 418-3650
Gr: PK-6 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
64123, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 64123, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 64123, MO include Gladstone Elementary School and James Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 64123?
2 public preschools are located in 64123.
What is the racial composition of students in 64123?
64123 public preschools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 37% (majority Black).
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