For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,726 students in 64127, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 64127, MO are Wendell Phillips Elementary School, Phillis Wheatley Elementary School and Kipp Endeavor Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 64127 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 64127, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 64127, MO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wendell Phillips Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Prospect
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3755
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3755
Gr: PK-6 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Phillis Wheatley Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2415 Agnes Ave
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-4825
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-4825
Gr: PK-6 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Kipp Endeavor Academy
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 E 18th St
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 241-3994
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 241-3994
Gr: PK-8 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1012 Bales
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3850
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 418-3850
Gr: PK-6 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Guadalupe Centers Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5123 E Truman Road
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 994-0396
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 994-0396
Gr: PK-5 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 64127, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 64127, MO include Wendell Phillips Elementary School, Phillis Wheatley Elementary School and Kipp Endeavor Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 64127?
5 public preschools are located in 64127.
What is the racial composition of students in 64127?
64127 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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