For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 169 students in Lockwood, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Lockwood, MO is Lockwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lockwood, MO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Lockwood have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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 Lockwood, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lockwood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
408 Locust
Lockwood, MO 65682
(417) 232-4528
Lockwood, MO 65682
(417) 232-4528
Gr: PK-6 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
Lockwood Specl. Educ. Coop.
Special Education School
208 E. 5th Street
Lockwood, MO 65682
(417) 232-4562
Lockwood, MO 65682
(417) 232-4562
Gr: PK-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Lockwood, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Lockwood, MO include Lockwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Lockwood?
2 public preschools are located in Lockwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Lockwood?
Lockwood public preschools minority enrollment is 5% 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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