For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 370 students in 65301, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in 65301, MO is Pettis Co. Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 65301 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 65301, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 65301, MO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pettis Co. Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
22675 Depot Rd
Sedalia, MO 65301
(660) 826-5385
Sedalia, MO 65301
(660) 826-5385
Gr: PK-8 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
2255 S Ingram
Sedalia, MO 65301
(660) 827-8955
Sedalia, MO 65301
(660) 827-8955
Gr: PK | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
65301, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
County Juvenile Center (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
312 E Broadway
Sedalia, MO 65301
(660) 827-1062
Sedalia, MO 65301
(660) 827-1062
Gr: 6-12
E W Thompson (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1520 Thompson Boulevard
Sedalia, MO 65301
(660) 530-5575
Sedalia, MO 65301
(660) 530-5575
Gr: Inquire with school | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 65301, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 65301, MO include Pettis Co. Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 65301?
2 public preschools are located in 65301.
What is the racial composition of students in 65301?
65301 public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 37% (majority Black).
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