For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,228 students in 64050, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 64050, MO are Mill Creek Elementary School, Ott Elementary School and Thomas Hart Benton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 64050 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 64050, MO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 64050, MO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mill Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2601 N Liberty St
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5420
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5420
Gr: PK-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Ott Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1525 N Noland Rd
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5435
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5435
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Thomas Hart Benton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
429 S Leslie
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5390
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5390
Gr: PK-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Bryant Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
827 W College
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5400
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 64050, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 64050, MO include Mill Creek Elementary School, Ott Elementary School and Thomas Hart Benton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 64050?
4 public preschools are located in 64050.
What is the racial composition of students in 64050?
64050 public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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