For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,133 students in Mankato, MN.
The top-ranked public preschools in Mankato, MN are Franklin Elementary School and Kennedy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mankato, MN public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in Mankato have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Mankato, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1000 N Broad St
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 345-4287
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 345-4287
Gr: PK-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2600 E Main St
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-2122
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-2122
Gr: PK-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
15 Map Dr
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 625-4620
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 625-4620
Gr: PK | 165 students Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
Special Education
Special Education School
10 Civic Center Plaza Suite
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-1818
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 387-1818
Gr: PK-12 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Mankato, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Mankato, MN include Franklin Elementary School and Kennedy Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Mankato?
4 public preschools are located in Mankato.
What is the racial composition of students in Mankato?
Mankato public preschools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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