For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,008 students in 65803, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 65803, MO are Truman Elementary School, Watkins Elementary School and Fremont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 65803 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 65803, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 65803, MO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Truman Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3850 N Farm Rd 159
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-5100
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Watkins Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
732 W Talmage
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-5000
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-5000
Gr: PK-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Fremont Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2814 N Fremont
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1700
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1700
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Weller Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1630 N Weller
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1900
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1900
Gr: PK-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #55.
Bowerman Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2148 N Douglas
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1400
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #66.
Williams Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2205 W Kearney
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-2000
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
2757 E Division
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1300
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 523-1300
Gr: PK | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 65803, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 65803, MO include Truman Elementary School, Watkins Elementary School and Fremont Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 65803?
7 public preschools are located in 65803.
What is the racial composition of students in 65803?
65803 public preschools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
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