For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 84 students in Mercer, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Mercer, MO is North Mercer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mercer, MO public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Mercer have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Mercer, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Mercer Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
22931 Main St
Mercer, MO 64661
(660) 382-4214
Mercer, MO 64661
(660) 382-4214
Gr: PK-6 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Mercer, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Mercer, MO include North Mercer Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Mercer?
1 public preschools are located in Mercer.
What is the racial composition of students in Mercer?
Mercer public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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