For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 861 students in Park Rapids, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Park Rapids, MN is Park Rapids Area Century Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Park Rapids, MN public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in Park Rapids have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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 Park Rapids, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Park Rapids Area Century Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
501 Helten Ave
Park Rapids, MN 56470
(218) 237-6330
Park Rapids, MN 56470
(218) 237-6330
Gr: PK-6 | 861 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Park Rapids, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Park Rapids, MN include Park Rapids Area Century Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Park Rapids?
2 public preschools are located in Park Rapids.
What is the racial composition of students in Park Rapids?
Park Rapids public preschools minority enrollment is 20% 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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