For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 681 students in Saint James, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Saint James, MO is Lucy Wortham James Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saint James, MO public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Saint James have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Saint James, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lucy Wortham James Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
314 S Jefferson
Saint James, MO 65559
(573) 265-2300
Saint James, MO 65559
(573) 265-2300
Gr: PK-5 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Saint James, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Saint James, MO include Lucy Wortham James Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Saint James?
1 public preschools are located in Saint James.
What is the racial composition of students in Saint James?
Saint James public preschools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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