For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 470 students in 63703, MO.
The top ranked public preschool in 63703, MO is Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 63703 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 63703, MO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 63703, MO Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
520 S Minnesota
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 334-2030
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 334-2030
Grades: PK-5
| 470 students
63703, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Parkview (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1020 South Parkway Drive
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 290-5799
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 290-5799
Grades: Inquire with school
| 41 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 63703, MO?
The top ranked public preschools in 63703, MO include Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 63703?
1 public preschools are located in 63703.
What is the racial composition of students in 63703?
63703 public preschools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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