For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 288 students in Smithton, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Smithton, MO is Smithton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smithton, MO public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Smithton 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 American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Smithton, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smithton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
505 S Myrtle
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5317
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5317
Gr: PK-6 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Smithton, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
505 S. Myrtle
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5316
Smithton, MO 65350
(660) 343-5316
Gr: 5-8 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Smithton, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Smithton, MO include Smithton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Smithton?
1 public preschools are located in Smithton.
What is the racial composition of students in Smithton?
Smithton public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 37% (majority Black).
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