Best 55735 Minnesota Public Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 449 students in 55735, MN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 55735, MN are Finlayson Elementary School and East Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55735 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 55735, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 55735, MN Public Preschools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Finlayson Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2159 Hwy 18
Finlayson, MN 55735
(320) 233-7611
Gr: PK-6 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
East Central Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
61085 State Highway 23
Finlayson, MN 55735
(320) 245-6013
Gr: PK-6 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
61085 State Highway 23
Finlayson, MN 55735
(320) 245-6013
Gr: PK-K
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 55735 Minnesota

55735, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
61085 State Hwy 23
Finlayson, MN 55735
(320) 245-2216

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55735, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55735, MN include Finlayson Elementary School and East Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55735?
3 public preschools are located in 55735.
What is the racial composition of students in 55735?
55735 public preschools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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