For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 530 students in Monticello, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Monticello, MN is Swan River Montessori Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monticello, MN public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in Monticello have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Monticello, MN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Swan River Montessori Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Maple St
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 271-7926
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 271-7926
Gr: PK-6 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
9375 Fenning Ave Ne
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-2801
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-2801
Gr: PK-K | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
Eastview Elementary School - Snw
Special Education School
9375 Fenning Ave Ne
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-2050
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-2050
Gr: PK | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Monticello, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Becker Intermediate School - Snw (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
302 Washington Street
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 261-4504
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 261-4504
Gr: 2-6 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 17%
Early Childhood Special Education (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
9375 Fenning Ave Ne
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-2050
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-2050
Gr: PK
Prairie House School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
406 E 7th St
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-3200
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-3200
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Monticello, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Monticello, MN include Swan River Montessori Charter School.
How many public preschools are located in Monticello?
3 public preschools are located in Monticello.
What is the racial composition of students in Monticello?
Monticello public preschools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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