For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,610 students in Neosho, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in Neosho, MO are Goodman Elementary School, George Washington Carver Elementary School and Learning Initiative Neosho/cr. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Neosho, MO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Neosho have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Neosho, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Goodman Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
117 N School Street
Neosho, MO 64850
(417) 451-8680
Neosho, MO 64850
(417) 451-8680
Gr: PK-4 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
George Washington Carver Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12350 Norway Rd
Neosho, MO 64850
(417) 451-8690
Neosho, MO 64850
(417) 451-8690
Gr: PK-4 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Learning Initiative Neosho/cr
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
180 Cemetery Road
Neosho, MO 64850
(417) 451-2450
Neosho, MO 64850
(417) 451-2450
Gr: PK-12
Rank: #44.
Benton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1120 Carl Sweeney Pkwy
Neosho, MO 64850
(417) 451-8610
Neosho, MO 64850
(417) 451-8610
Gr: PK-4 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Westview Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7441 Westview Rd
Neosho, MO 64850
(417) 776-2425
Neosho, MO 64850
(417) 776-2425
Gr: PK-8 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
302 Smith Ave
Neosho, MO 64850
(417) 451-8630
Neosho, MO 64850
(417) 451-8630
Gr: PK | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Neosho, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Neosho, MO include Goodman Elementary School, George Washington Carver Elementary School and Learning Initiative Neosho/cr.
How many public preschools are located in Neosho?
6 public preschools are located in Neosho.
What is the racial composition of students in Neosho?
Neosho public preschools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Neosho are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Neosho include: Benton Elementary School vs. George Washington Carver Elementary School, Learning Initiative Neosho/cr vs. George Washington Carver Elementary School, George Washington Carver Elementary School vs. Benton Elementary School
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