For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 217 students in 65717, MO.
The top ranked public preschools in 65717, MO are Norwood Elementary School and Skyline Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 65717 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 65717, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 65717, MO Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Norwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
675 N Hawk Ave
Norwood, MO 65717
(417) 746-4101
Norwood, MO 65717
(417) 746-4101
Gr: PK-6 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Skyline Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Rte 72 Box 486
Norwood, MO 65717
(417) 683-4874
Norwood, MO 65717
(417) 683-4874
Gr: PK-8 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
65717, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
675 N Hawk Ave
Norwood, MO 65717
(417) 746-4101
Norwood, MO 65717
(417) 746-4101
Gr: 5-8 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 65717, MO?
The top ranked public preschools in 65717, MO include Norwood Elementary School and Skyline Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 65717?
2 public preschools are located in 65717.
What is the racial composition of students in 65717?
65717 public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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