For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 662 students in 65781, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 65781, MO are Willard North Elementary School and Willard East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 65781 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 65781, MO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 65781, MO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willard North Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
409 Farmer Rd
Willard, MO 65781
(417) 742-2597
Willard, MO 65781
(417) 742-2597
Gr: PK-4 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Willard East Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
518 Kime
Willard, MO 65781
(417) 742-4639
Willard, MO 65781
(417) 742-4639
Gr: PK-4 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 65781, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 65781, MO include Willard North Elementary School and Willard East Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 65781?
2 public preschools are located in 65781.
What is the racial composition of students in 65781?
65781 public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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