For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 218 students in Plato, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Plato, MO is Plato Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Plato, MO public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Plato have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Plato, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plato Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10645 Plato Dr
Plato, MO 65552
(417) 458-4700
Plato, MO 65552
(417) 458-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Plato, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Plato, MO include Plato Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Plato?
1 public preschools are located in Plato.
What is the racial composition of students in Plato?
Plato public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 37% (majority Black).
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