For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 675 students in 55744, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in 55744, MN is West Rapids Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55744 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 55744, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55744, MN Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Rapids Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
901 Sw 22nd Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5870
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5870
Gr: PK-2 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center
Special Education School
650 Sw 7th Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5572
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5572
Gr: PK | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
55744, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
715 Nw 7th Ave
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5700
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5700
Gr: K-4
Grand Rapids L.e.a.d. Program Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
820 Nw 1st Avenue
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5706
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5706
Gr: K-5
Northland Educational Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
510 Se 13th St
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5705
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5705
Gr: 6-12
Quad County Telecomm Project (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
1851 E. Hwy 169
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-4705
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-4705
Quad County Vocational Project (Closed 2008)
Vocational School
1851 E Highway 169
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-4705
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-4705
Success Program (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
800 Conifer Dr Nw
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5802
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
(218) 327-5802
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55744, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55744, MN include West Rapids Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55744?
2 public preschools are located in 55744.
What is the racial composition of students in 55744?
55744 public preschools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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