For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 394 students in Cottonwood, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Cottonwood, MN is Lakeview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cottonwood, MN public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in Cottonwood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Cottonwood, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
875 Barstad Rd N
Cottonwood, MN 56229
(507) 423-5164
Cottonwood, MN 56229
(507) 423-5164
Gr: PK-6 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Cottonwood, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Cottonwood, MN include Lakeview Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Cottonwood?
1 public preschools are located in Cottonwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Cottonwood?
Cottonwood public preschools minority enrollment is 14% 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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