For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 944 students in 55902, MN.
The top ranked public preschools in 55902, MN are Folwell Elementary School and Bamber Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55902 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 55902, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55902, MN Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Folwell Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
603 15th Ave Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3220
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3220
Grades: PK-5
| 331 students
Rank: #22.
Bamber Valley Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2001 Bamber Valley Rd Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3030
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3030
Grades: PK-5
| 613 students
55902, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Studio Academy Charter School (Closed 2012)
Charter School
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 529-1662
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 529-1662
Grades: 9-12
| 89 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 55902, MN?
The top ranked public preschools in 55902, MN include Folwell Elementary School and Bamber Valley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55902?
2 public preschools are located in 55902.
What is the racial composition of students in 55902?
55902 public preschools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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