For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 646 students in 65608, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 65608, MO are Ava Elementary School and Plainview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 65608 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 65608, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 65608, MO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ava Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
507 North Spring Street
Ava, MO 65608
(417) 683-5450
Ava, MO 65608
(417) 683-5450
Gr: PK-4 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Plainview Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
Rte 3 Box 145
Ava, MO 65608
(417) 683-2046
Ava, MO 65608
(417) 683-2046
Gr: PK-8 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 65608, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 65608, MO include Ava Elementary School and Plainview Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 65608?
2 public preschools are located in 65608.
What is the racial composition of students in 65608?
65608 public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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