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Best Saint Joseph Public Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,955 students in Saint Joseph, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in Saint Joseph, MO are Oak Grove Elementary School, Skaith Elementary School and Pickett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saint Joseph, MO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Saint Joseph have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 37% (majority Black).

Best Public Preschools in Saint Joseph, MO (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4901 Cook Rd
Saint Joseph, MO 64505
(816) 671-4290
Gr: PK-6 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Skaith Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4701 Schoolside Ln
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4370
Gr: PK-6 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Pickett Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3923 Pickett Rd
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4330
Gr: PK-6 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Edison Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
515 N 22nd
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
(816) 671-4110
Gr: PK-6 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Lake Early Learning Center
1800 Alabama
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4009
Gr: PK | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Mark Twain Early Learning Center
705 S 31st St
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4270
Gr: PK | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Saint Joseph, Missouri

Saint Joseph, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Building Bridges (Closed 2005)
3600 Frederick Ave
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 671-4072
Gr: K-12 | 42 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Hall Elementary School (Closed 2015)
2509 Duncan
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4160
Gr: PK-6 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Helen M Davis (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2900 Scott Street
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 232-1446
Gr: Inquire with school | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Humboldt Elementary School (Closed 2023)
1520 N Second St
Saint Joseph, MO 64505
(816) 671-4190
Gr: PK-6 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Lake Elementary School (Closed 2023)
1800 Alabama
Saint Joseph, MO 64504
(816) 671-4240
Gr: PK-6 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Mark Twain Elementary School (Closed 2023)
705 S 31st St
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 671-4270
Gr: K-6 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Neely Elementary School (Closed 2010)
1909 S Twelfth St
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
(816) 671-4280
Gr: PK-6 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Noyes Elementary School (Closed 2015)
1415 N 26th St
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 671-4290
Gr: PK-6 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Virtual Academy (Closed 2023)
1415 N 26th Street
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
(816) 571-4011
Gr: K-12 | 13 students Minority enrollment: 16%
Webster Elementary School (Closed 2010)
1211 N 18th St
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 Saint Joseph, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Saint Joseph, MO include Oak Grove Elementary School, Skaith Elementary School and Pickett Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Saint Joseph?
6 public preschools are located in Saint Joseph.
What is the racial composition of students in Saint Joseph?
Saint Joseph public preschools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 37% (majority Black).

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