Best Paynesville Public Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 429 students in Paynesville, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Paynesville, MN is Paynesville Area Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Paynesville, MN public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in Paynesville have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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 Paynesville, MN (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paynesville Area Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
205 W Mill St
Paynesville, MN 56362
(320) 243-3725
Gr: PK-5 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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Paynesville, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
795 W Hwy 23
Paynesville, MN 56362
(320) 243-3761
Gr: 6-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Paynesville, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Paynesville, MN include Paynesville Area Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Paynesville?
1 public preschools are located in Paynesville.
What is the racial composition of students in Paynesville?
Paynesville public preschools minority enrollment is 10% 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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