For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 323 students in Albany, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Albany, MN is Avon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Albany, MN public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in Albany have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Albany, MN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Avon Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
410 Avon Ave N
Albany, MN 56307
(320) 845-5300
Albany, MN 56307
(320) 845-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
300 3rd Ave
Albany, MN 56307
(320) 845-2171
Albany, MN 56307
(320) 845-2171
Gr: PK-K | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Albany, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Albany Area Schools Early Childhood (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
212 1st St Sw
Albany, MN 56307
(320) 845-2171
Albany, MN 56307
(320) 845-2171
Gr: PK | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Albany, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Albany, MN include Avon Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Albany?
2 public preschools are located in Albany.
What is the racial composition of students in Albany?
Albany public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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