For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 142 students in Butler, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Butler, MO is Ballard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Butler, MO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Butler have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 Public Preschools in Butler, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ballard Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10247 Ne State Route 18
Butler, MO 64730
(816) 297-2656
Butler, MO 64730
(816) 297-2656
Gr: PK-6 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
300 South Delaware
Butler, MO 64732
(660) 679-3912
Butler, MO 64732
(660) 679-3912
Gr: PK | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Butler, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Butler, MO include Ballard Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Butler?
2 public preschools are located in Butler.
What is the racial composition of students in Butler?
Butler 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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