For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 992 students in 64501, MO.
The top ranked public preschools in 64501, MO are Carden Park Elementary School and Edison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 64501 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 64501, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 64501, MO Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carden Park Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1510 Duncan
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4160
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4160
Gr: PK-6 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Edison Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
515 N 22nd
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4110
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4110
Gr: PK-6 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
64501, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1211 N 18th St
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4410
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4410
Gr: PK-6 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 64501, MO?
The top ranked public preschools in 64501, MO include Carden Park Elementary School and Edison Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 64501?
2 public preschools are located in 64501.
What is the racial composition of students in 64501?
64501 public preschools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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