For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,481 students in Union, MO.
The top-ranked public preschools in Union, MO are Beaufort Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Prairie Dell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Union, MO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Union have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Union, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beaufort Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3200 Hwy 50
Union, MO 63084
(573) 484-3221
Union, MO 63084
(573) 484-3221
Gr: PK-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2 E Springfield
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-3152
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-3152
Gr: PK-5 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Prairie Dell Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1911 Prairie Dell Rd
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-1200
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-1200
Gr: PK-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Union, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Autumn Hill (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
300 Independence Drive
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-5959
Union, MO 63084
(636) 583-5959
Gr: Inquire with school | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Union, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Union, MO include Beaufort Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Prairie Dell Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Union?
3 public preschools are located in Union.
What is the racial composition of students in Union?
Union public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Union are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Union include: Beaufort Elementary School vs. Central Elementary School, Central Elementary School vs. Beaufort Elementary School
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