For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,172 students in 65802, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 65802, MO are Willard Central Elementary School, York Elementary School and Willard Orchard Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 65802 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 65802, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 65802, MO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willard Central Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2625 N Farm Rd 101
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 831-4440
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 831-4440
Gr: PK-4 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
York Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2100 Nichols
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-3000
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Willard Orchard Hills Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4595 Farm Road 140
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 869-0600
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 869-0600
Gr: PK-4 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Willard South Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4151 W Division
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 862-6308
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 862-6308
Gr: PK-4 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Weaver Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1461 N Douglas
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-1200
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-1200
Gr: PK-5 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #66.
Boyd Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1409 Washington
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-1500
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-1500
Gr: PK-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
2525 West College Rd
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-7700
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-7700
Gr: PK | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 65802, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 65802, MO include Willard Central Elementary School, York Elementary School and Willard Orchard Hills Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 65802?
7 public preschools are located in 65802.
What is the racial composition of students in 65802?
65802 public preschools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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