For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 723 students in 55437, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in 55437, MN is Normandale Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55437 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 55437, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55437, MN Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Normandale Hills Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9501 Toledo Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-7000
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-7000
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
Bloomington Ecse
Special Education School
4901 W 112th St
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8900
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8900
Gr: PK | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
4901 W 112th St
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8900
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8900
Gr: PK
55437, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
271 - District Extended Year Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
4551 West 102nd Street
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8788
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8788
Gr: 1-8
271 Hillcrest Elementary Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
9301 Thomas Rd.
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8785
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8785
Gr: K-6
271 Indian Mounds Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
9801 11th Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8785
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8785
Gr: K-8
271 Normandale Hills Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
9501 Toledo Ave.s.
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 681-6478
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 681-6478
Gr: K-8
271 Oak Grove Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1301 W 104th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 681-6478
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 681-6478
Gr: K-8
271 Oak Grove Int. Ts. Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1300 W 106th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8785
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8785
Gr: K-8
271 Olson Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
4501 102nd Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 681-6478
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 681-6478
Gr: 1-6
271 Olson Middle Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
4551 W 102nd St.
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8785
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8785
Gr: 6-8
271 Pond Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
9600 3rd Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 681-6478
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 681-6478
Gr: K-6
271 Poplar Bridge El Ts. Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
8401 Palmer Road
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8785
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8785
Gr: K-8
271 Ridgeview Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
9400 Nesbitt Road
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8785
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8785
Gr: K-6
271 Valley View El Ts. Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
351 E. 88th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 681-6478
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 681-6478
Gr: 1-8
271 Valley View Middle Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
8900 Portland Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8785
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8785
Gr: 5-8
271 Washburn Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
6401 Xerxes Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 681-6478
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 681-6478
Gr: K-6
271 Westwood Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
3701 W. 106th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8785
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8785
Gr: K-8
Olson Middle School Alc 271 (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
4551 W. 102nd St.
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8744
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 806-8744
Southwood School (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
4901 West 112th St
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 948-2063
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 948-2063
Gr: PK-12
Sun Center (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
4571 W. 102nd Street
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 681-6400
Minneapolis, MN 55437
(952) 681-6400
Gr: K-8 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55437, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55437, MN include Normandale Hills Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55437?
3 public preschools are located in 55437.
What is the racial composition of students in 55437?
55437 public preschools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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