For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 683 students in 55906, MN.
The top ranked public preschool in 55906, MN is Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55906 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 55906, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55906, MN Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1201 10th Ave Ne
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 328-3500
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 328-3500
Grades: PK-5
| 488 students
Rank: n/an/a
2240 7th Ave Ne
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 328-3150
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 328-3150
Grades: PK-2
| 195 students
55906, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Century Area Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2525 Viola Rd Ne
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 328-5105
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 328-5105
Grades: 9-12
| 139 students
Kellogg Area Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
503 17th St Ne
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 328-5801
Rochester, MN 55906
(507) 328-5801
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 55906, MN?
The top ranked public preschools in 55906, MN include Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55906?
2 public preschools are located in 55906.
What is the racial composition of students in 55906?
55906 public preschools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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