Best 55044 Minnesota Public Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,081 students in 55044, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in 55044, MN is East Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55044 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 55044, MN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 55044, MN Public Preschools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Lake Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
4715 162nd Street
Lakeville, MN 55044
(651) 423-7782
Gr: PK-5 | 844 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
Lakeville Early Childhood Program
Special Education School
16250 Ipava Ave W
Lakeville, MN 55044
(952) 232-2017
Gr: PK | 237 students Minority enrollment: 22%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 55044 Minnesota

55044, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
19600 Ipava Ave. W.
Lakeville, MN 55044
(651) 423-8503
Gr: 10-12 | 19 students Minority enrollment: 10%
16250 Ipava Ave
Lakeville, MN 55044
(952) 232-3000
Gr: K-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55044, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55044, MN include East Lake Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55044?
2 public preschools are located in 55044.
What is the racial composition of students in 55044?
55044 public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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