For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 702 students in 65560, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 65560, MO are North Wood Elementary School and Dent-phelps Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 65560 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 65560, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 65560, MO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Wood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3734 N. Hwy 19
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-4607
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-4607
Gr: PK-8 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Dent-phelps Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
27870 Hwy C
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-4680
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-4680
Gr: PK-8 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: n/an/a
101 N Main St
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-6642
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-6642
Gr: PK-1 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
65560, Missouri 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Salem, 61 (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
100 S Warfel St
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-6488
Salem, MO 65560
(573) 729-6488
Gr: Inquire with school | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 65560, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 65560, MO include North Wood Elementary School and Dent-phelps Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 65560?
3 public preschools are located in 65560.
What is the racial composition of students in 65560?
65560 public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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