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Best 56007 Minnesota Public Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,503 students in 56007, MN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 56007, MN are Lakeview Elementary School, Halverson Elementary School and Sibley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 56007 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 56007, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 56007, MN Public Preschools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
902 Abbott St
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-5020
Gr: PK-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Halverson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
707 E 10th St
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4900
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Sibley Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1501 W Front St
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-5080
Gr: PK-5 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Hawthorne Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 E Hawthorne
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4960
Gr: PK-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Brookside Early Childhood Sp Education
Special Education School
211 West Richway Dr
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4822
Gr: PK | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 56007 Minnesota

56007, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Albert Lea Elementary Online (Closed 2023)
211 W. Richway Dr
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-5168
Gr: 4-5 | 7 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Albert Lea Targeted Services Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
211 W Richway Drive
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4803
Gr: K-8
austin albert lea area sp Educational coop (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2001 2nd Ave Nw
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4800
Gr: K-12
Fountain Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
211 West Richway Drive
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4824
Gr: 5-12
Hayward Group Home (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
211 West Richway Dr
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(507) 379-4824
Gr: 5-12 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 33%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 56007, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 56007, MN include Lakeview Elementary School, Halverson Elementary School and Sibley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 56007?
5 public preschools are located in 56007.
What is the racial composition of students in 56007?
56007 public preschools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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