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Best Benton County Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 301 students in Benton County, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Benton County, MO is South Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benton County, MO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Benton County have an average ranking of 6/10, 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 Public Preschools in Benton County (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
23395 Hwy 7
Edwards, MO 65326
(660) 438-5965
Gr: PK-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Cole Camp Preschool
500 South Keeney
Cole Camp, MO 65325
(660) 668-3011
Gr: PK | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Benton County, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Benton County, MO include South Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Benton County?
2 public preschools are located in Benton County.
What is the racial composition of students in Benton County?
Benton County 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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