For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 498 students in Buffalo, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Buffalo, MN is Parkside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Buffalo, MN public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in Buffalo have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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 Buffalo, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parkside Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
207 3rd St Ne
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8500
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8500
Gr: PK-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
Buffalo Early Child. Sp. Educational Program
Special Education School
214 Ne 1st Ave
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8721
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8721
Gr: PK | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Buffalo, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Buffalo, MN include Parkside Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Buffalo?
2 public preschools are located in Buffalo.
What is the racial composition of students in Buffalo?
Buffalo public preschools minority enrollment is 16% 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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