For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 626 students in 64057, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 64057, MO are Blackburn Elementary School and Little Blue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 64057 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 64057, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 64057, MO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blackburn Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17302 E R D Mize Rd
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5395
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5395
Gr: PK-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Little Blue Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Quail Drive
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5480
Independence, MO 64057
(816) 521-5480
Gr: PK-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 64057, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 64057, MO include Blackburn Elementary School and Little Blue Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 64057?
2 public preschools are located in 64057.
What is the racial composition of students in 64057?
64057 public preschools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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