The Missouri high school baseball kicks off on March 20th, opening day for regular season action under MSHSAA regulations. Leading up to opening day, we published our team previews ahead of the 2025 spring season, touching on programs spanning all state classifications, counting down to the official Prep Baseball Missouri Preseason Team Rankings.

Our rankings are broken up into two divisions: large school and small schools. We classify the 'large' schools as those residing in Class 5 & 6, while the small schools make up the remaining MSHSAA classifications. We rank what we believe to be the top teams in the state at that level, as well as highlighting several 'On Deck' teams.

Below you will find our initial team rankings for the 2025 season for Large Schools and Small Schools.

During the season, you can catch all the action by following us on Twitter @PrepBaseballMO. 

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2025 Prep Baseball Missouri Large School Rankings

Francis Howell claims the top spot in our 2025 Preseason Large School Rankings, poised for another championship run. With the likes of Dylan Curtis (Missouri), Eli Skidmore (St. Louis), Jake Brettschneider (Missouri), Jackson Vaughn (Wichita State), and Leo Humbert (Missouri) leading the charge, the Vikings showcase impressive depth and skill on both sides of the ball. As they set their sights on Ozark, they emerge as a strong favorite to hoist the trophy next season.

Nixa secures the No. 2 spot, bringing back a strong core from last season’s district runner-up squad that finished 23-15. With their sights set on a state title, the Eagles are primed for a deep postseason run. Offensively, Wyatt Vincent (Missouri State), Caeden Cloud (Kentucky), and Adam McKnight will lead the charge, while Colin Kelley (Maryville) and Jackson Gamble (Missouri Southern) provide stability on the mound, making Nixa a formidable contender in 2025.

A pair of Kansas City powerhouses, Lee’s Summit West and Staley, claim the No. 3 and 4 spots in our rankings. Lee’s Summit West came up just short in 2024, falling in the district title game, but with key returners like Tyler Wood (Tennessee), Jackson Akin (Oklahoma), and Hayden Sharp (Missouri), the Titans are once again a formidable contender.

Across the metro, Staley brings back a strong core from last season’s 27-10 squad. Led by seniors Brody Irlbeck (Iowa), Kyle Pearcy, Easton Phillippe (Wichita State), and Jake Thomas (Butler), the Falcons boast experience and depth. With a talented group of juniors and sophomores stepping into key roles, Staley is poised to make a serious push for Ozark in 2025.

Rounding out the top five, Fort Zumwalt West boasts a roster as talented as any in the state. Led by a dynamic junior trio—Nolan Sissom (Missouri), Brendan Pyle (Loyola Marymount), and Anden Hyde—alongside seasoned seniors Brody Signorelli (Crowder), Carter Perry (Jefferson College), and Kyle Feiste (Crowder), the Jaguars have the firepower to make a serious impact. Don’t be surprised if they turn heads and make a deep run in 2025.