For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 302 students in Dawson, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Dawson, MN is Stevens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dawson, MN public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in Dawson have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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 Dawson, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stevens Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
848 Chestnut St
Dawson, MN 56232
(320) 769-4590
Dawson, MN 56232
(320) 769-4590
Gr: PK-6 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Dawson, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Dawson, MN include Stevens Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Dawson?
1 public preschools are located in Dawson.
What is the racial composition of students in Dawson?
Dawson public preschools minority enrollment is 19% 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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