For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 958 students in 55408, MN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 55408, MN are Lyndale Elementary School and Green Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55408 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 55408, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55408, MN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lyndale Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
312 West 34th St
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 668-4000
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 668-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Green Central Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3416 4th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 668-3730
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 668-3730
Gr: PK-5 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
55408, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Adult Continuing Education (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1006 W Lake Street
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 668-3800
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 668-3800
3400 Dupont Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(651) 699-4641
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(651) 699-4641
Gr: K-2 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
1006 West Lake St
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 668-3870
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 668-3870
Gr: 7-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Uptown Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1006 W Lake Street
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 668-6969
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 668-6969
Gr: 9-12 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55408, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55408, MN include Lyndale Elementary School and Green Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55408?
2 public preschools are located in 55408.
What is the racial composition of students in 55408?
55408 public preschools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public preschools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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