For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 265 students in 65081, MO.
The top ranked public preschool in 65081, MO is Tipton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 65081 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 65081, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 65081, MO Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tipton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
138 E Cooper St.
Tipton, MO 65081
(660) 433-2213
Tipton, MO 65081
(660) 433-2213
Gr: PK-5 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 65081, MO?
The top ranked public preschools in 65081, MO include Tipton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 65081?
1 public preschools are located in 65081.
What is the racial composition of students in 65081?
65081 public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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