For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 354 students in 55768, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in 55768, MN is Merritt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 55768 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 55768, MN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55768, MN Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merritt Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8659 Unity Drive
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 735-8271
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 735-8271
Gr: PK-6 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
55768, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bethany Crisis Shelter High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
Box 537
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 735-0271
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 735-0271
Gr: 8-9 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Early Childhood Special Education (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
5529 Emerald Ave
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 735-8271
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 735-8271
Gr: PK
Northeast Service Coop Sp. Ed. (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
5525 Emerald Ave
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 741-0750
Mountain Iron, MN 55768
(218) 741-0750
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55768, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55768, MN include Merritt Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55768?
1 public preschools are located in 55768.
What is the racial composition of students in 55768?
55768 public preschools minority enrollment is 13% 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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