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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