For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 317 students in Kearney, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Kearney, MO is Kearney Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kearney, MO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Kearney have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Kearney, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kearney Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
902 S Jefferson
Kearney, MO 64060
(816) 628-4113
Kearney, MO 64060
(816) 628-4113
Gr: PK-5 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
150 W State Route 92
Kearney, MO 64060
(816) 628-4650
Kearney, MO 64060
(816) 628-4650
Gr: PK | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Kearney, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2215 S Campus Dr
Kearney, MO 64060
(816) 628-2650
Kearney, MO 64060
(816) 628-2650
Gr: 6-8 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Kearney, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Kearney, MO include Kearney Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Kearney?
2 public preschools are located in Kearney.
What is the racial composition of students in Kearney?
Kearney public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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