For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 294 students in Hamilton, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in Hamilton, MO are New York Elementary School and Hamilton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamilton, MO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Hamilton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 Hamilton, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New York Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6061 Ne State Rte U
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-2563
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-2563
Gr: PK-8 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7650 Nw Harley Road
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-4811
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-4811
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Hamilton, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Hamilton, MO include New York Elementary School and Hamilton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Hamilton?
2 public preschools are located in Hamilton.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamilton?
Hamilton 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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