For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 733 students in 56425, MN.
The top ranked public preschool in 56425, MN is Baxter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 56425 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 56425, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 56425, MN Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Baxter Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12191 Jasperwood Drive
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-6400
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-6400
Grades: PK-4
| 534 students
Rank: n/an/a
Brainerd Early Childhood Sp. Ed.
Special Education School
5546 Fairview Rd
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-5438
Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 454-5438
Grades: PK
| 199 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 56425, MN?
The top ranked public preschools in 56425, MN include Baxter Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 56425?
2 public preschools are located in 56425.
What is the racial composition of students in 56425?
56425 public preschools minority enrollment is 9% 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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