For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 152 students in Waverly, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Waverly, MO is Santa Fe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waverly, MO public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Waverly have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Waverly, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Santa Fe Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
703 W Walnut
Waverly, MO 64096
(660) 493-2811
Waverly, MO 64096
(660) 493-2811
Gr: PK-6 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Waverly, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Waverly, MO include Santa Fe Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Waverly?
1 public preschools are located in Waverly.
What is the racial composition of students in Waverly?
Waverly public preschools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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