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Union Star Preschool
School · UNION STAR R-II
6132 NW State Route Z, Union Star, MO 64494
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Union Star Preschool
Union Star Preschool is a public school in Union Star, MO, part of the UNION STAR R-II. The school serves approximately 8 students in grades Pre-K – Pre-K with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $59,348, where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 8 students, Union Star Preschool is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, Union Star Preschool offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Union Star Preschool may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 8 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- 6132 NW State Route Z, Union Star, MO 64494
- Phone
- (816) 593-2294
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
6132 NW State Route Z, Union Star, MO 64494
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Union Star Preschool may also want to explore other schools in the area. MAYSVILLE ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Maysville). Another option is KING CITY ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby King City). Additionally, AVENUE CITY ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Cosby). For more schools in Union Star, see our Union Star schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UNION STAR ELEM. Union Star | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| UNION STAR HIGH Union Star | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| HELENA ELEM. Helena | 5.5 mi | 4.1 |
| KING CITY ELEM. King City | 6.5 mi | 8.0 |
| KING CITY HIGH King City | 6.5 mi | 7.8 |
| AVENUE CITY ELEM. Cosby | 11.6 mi | 8.0 |
| SAVANNAH HIGH Savannah | 11.9 mi | 5.5 |
| ELLISON ELEM. St. Joseph | 15.4 mi | 8.0 |
| HOSANNA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 13.4 mi | — |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CTR Savannah | 12.7 mi | 5.3 |
| MINNIE CLINE ELEM. Savannah | 12.9 mi | 2.8 |
| STANBERRY ELEM. Stanberry | 16.6 mi | 4.3 |
| STANBERRY HIGH Stanberry | 16.7 mi | 7.6 |
| STEWARTSVILLE ELEM. Stewartsville | 16.7 mi | 3.5 |
| STEWARTSVILLE HIGH Stewartsville | 16.7 mi | 7.3 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM St. Joseph | 15.4 mi | 7.4 |
| MAYSVILLE ELEM. Maysville | 13.9 mi | 8.5 |
| MAYSVILLE JR.-SR. HIGH Maysville | 13.9 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOSEPH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 15.9 mi | 6.2 |
| SAVANNAH MIDDLE Savannah | 13.8 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64494 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,348
Median Home Value
$122,200
Median Rent
$930/mo
Population
1,066
College Educated
22.8%
Homeownership
80.9%
Avg Commute
60 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
40
Community Profile
The community surrounding Union Star Preschool has a median household income of $59,348. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $122,200, with a median rent of $930/month. The local poverty rate of 6.8% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 60 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Union Star Preschool
What grades does Union Star Preschool serve?
Union Star Preschool serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Union Star Preschool?
Union Star Preschool has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Union Star Preschool?
The student-teacher ratio at Union Star Preschool is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Union Star Preschool a charter school?
No, Union Star Preschool is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Union Star Preschool a Title I school?
No, Union Star Preschool is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 8
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- DeKalb County
- Phone
- (816) 593-2294
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
UNION STAR R-II- District Enrollment
- 162
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,605
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