For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 520 students in 56352, MN.
The top ranked public preschools in 56352, MN are Beacon Program W Central Ed. Dist. and Melrose Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 56352 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 56352, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 56352, MN Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Beacon Program W Central Ed. Dist.
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9 2nd St Sw
Melrose, MN 56352
(320) 256-6026
Melrose, MN 56352
(320) 256-6026
Grades: PK-12
| 11 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Melrose Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
566 5th Ave Ne
Melrose, MN 56352
(320) 256-5160
Melrose, MN 56352
(320) 256-5160
Grades: PK-5
| 476 students
Rank: n/an/a
West Central Education District B-2
Special Education School
9 2nd St Sw
Melrose, MN 56352
(320) 256-6026
Melrose, MN 56352
(320) 256-6026
Grades: PK
| 33 students
56352, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Star Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
9 2nd Street Southwest
Melrose, MN 56352
(620) 256-7836
Melrose, MN 56352
(620) 256-7836
Grades: PK-1
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 56352, MN?
The top ranked public preschools in 56352, MN include Beacon Program W Central Ed. Dist. and Melrose Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 56352?
3 public preschools are located in 56352.
What is the racial composition of students in 56352?
56352 public preschools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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