For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 344 students in 55943, MN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 55943, MN are Ridgeway Community School and Houston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55943 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 55943, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55943, MN Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridgeway Community School
Charter School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35564 County Road 12
Houston, MN 55943
(507) 454-9566
Houston, MN 55943
(507) 454-9566
Gr: PK-5 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #22.
Houston Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
310 S Sherman
Houston, MN 55943
(507) 896-5323
Houston, MN 55943
(507) 896-5323
Gr: PK-6 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
55943, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
306 West Elm St
Houston, MN 55943
(507) 896-5323
Houston, MN 55943
(507) 896-5323
Gr: K-12 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55943, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55943, MN include Ridgeway Community School and Houston Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55943?
2 public preschools are located in 55943.
What is the racial composition of students in 55943?
55943 public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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