For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 298 students in Hamilton, MO.
The top ranked public preschools in Hamilton, MO are New York Elementary School and Hamilton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamilton, MO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Hamilton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Preschools in Hamilton, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New York Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6061 Ne State Rte U
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-2563
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-2563
Gr: PK-8 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7650 Nw Harley Road
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-4811
Hamilton, MO 64644
(816) 583-4811
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Hamilton, MO?
The top ranked public preschools in Hamilton, MO include New York Elementary School and Hamilton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Hamilton?
2 public preschools are located in Hamilton.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamilton?
Hamilton public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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