For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 341 students in Pierce City, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Pierce City, MO is Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pierce City, MO public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Pierce City have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Pierce City, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Gibbs Ave
Pierce City, MO 65723
(417) 476-2255
Pierce City, MO 65723
(417) 476-2255
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Pierce City, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Pierce City, MO include Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Pierce City?
1 public preschools are located in Pierce City.
What is the racial composition of students in Pierce City?
Pierce City public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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