Top 3 Best Salem Public Preschools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 873 students in Salem, MO.
The top ranked public preschools in Salem, MO are North Wood Elementary School, Dent-phelps Elementary School and Oak Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salem, MO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in Salem have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 34% (majority Black).

Best Salem, MO Public Preschools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Wood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3734 N. Hwy 19
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-4607
Grades: PK-8
| 210 students
Rank: #22.
Dent-phelps Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
27870 Hwy C
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-4680
Grades: PK-8
| 265 students
Rank: #33.
Oak Hill Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
6200 S Hwy 19
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-5618
Grades: PK-8
| 140 students
Rank: n/an/a
101 N Main St
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-6642
Grades: PK-1
| 258 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Salem, Missouri

Salem, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Salem, 61 (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
100 S Warfel St
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-6488
Grades: Inquire with school
| 15 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public preschools in Salem, MO?
The top ranked public preschools in Salem, MO include North Wood Elementary School, Dent-phelps Elementary School and Oak Hill Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Salem, MO?
4 public preschools are located in Salem, MO.
What is the racial composition of students in Salem, MO?
Salem, MO public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 34% (majority Black).

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