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Best Independence Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 23 public preschools serving 7,177 students in Independence, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in Independence, MO are John W. Luff Elementary School, Sycamore Hills Elementary School and Blackburn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Independence, MO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Independence have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).

Best Public Preschools in Independence, MO (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John W. Luff Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3700 S Delaware Ave
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5415
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Sycamore Hills Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
15208 E 39th St S
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5465
Gr: PK-5 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Blackburn Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
17302 E R D Mize Rd
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5395
Gr: PK-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Mill Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2601 N Liberty St
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5420
Gr: PK-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Three Trails Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
11801 E 32nd St S
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5470
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #66.
Glendale Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2611 S Lee's Summit Rd
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5510
Gr: PK-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Little Blue Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2020 Quail Drive
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5480
Gr: PK-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Spring Branch Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
20404 E Truman Rd
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 521-5455
Gr: PK-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Ott Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1525 N Noland Rd
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5435
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Thomas Hart Benton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
429 S Leslie
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5390
Gr: PK-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Bryant Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
827 W College
Independence, MO 64050
(816) 521-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Indian Trails Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
25102 E. Us 24 Highway
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7645
Gr: PK-4 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #1313.
William Southern Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4300 S Phelps Rd
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5475
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #1414.
Santa Fe Trail Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1301 S Windsor St
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5450
Gr: PK-5 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #1515.
Procter Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1403 W Linden Ave
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5440
Gr: PK-5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #1616.
Fairmount Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
120 N Cedar Ave
Independence, MO 64053
(816) 521-5405
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #1717.
Korte Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2437 S Hardy Ave
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5430
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #1818.
Cassell Park Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
10401 East 31st Street South
Independence, MO 64052
(816) 521-5540
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #1919.
Randall Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
509 Jennings Rd
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 521-5445
Gr: PK-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Center
25102 E. Us 24 Highway
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 650-7480
Gr: PK | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: n/an/a
Hanthorn Early Education
1511 Kings Hwy
Independence, MO 64055
(816) 521-5485
Gr: PK | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: n/an/a
Sugar Creek Elementary School
11424 Gill St
Independence, MO 64054
(816) 521-5460
Gr: PK-1 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: n/an/a
Sunshine Center
18400 East Salisbury Road
Independence, MO 64056
(816) 461-0893
Gr: PK | 106 students Minority enrollment: 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Independence, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Independence, MO include John W. Luff Elementary School, Sycamore Hills Elementary School and Blackburn Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Independence?
23 public preschools are located in Independence.
What is the racial composition of students in Independence?
Independence public preschools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Independence are often viewed compared to one another?

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