For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 403 students in Lathrop, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Lathrop, MO is Lathrop Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lathrop, MO public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Lathrop have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Lathrop, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lathrop Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 Center St
Lathrop, MO 64465
(816) 710-6114
Lathrop, MO 64465
(816) 710-6114
Gr: PK-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Lathrop, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Lathrop, MO include Lathrop Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Lathrop?
1 public preschools are located in Lathrop.
What is the racial composition of students in Lathrop?
Lathrop public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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