For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 944 students in 55902, MN.
Public preschools in zipcode 55902 have an average reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the Minnesota public pre schools of 47%).
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55902, MN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Folwell Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
603 15th Ave Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3220
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3220
Gr: PK-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Bamber Valley Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2001 Bamber Valley Rd Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3030
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 328-3030
Gr: PK-5 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
55902, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Studio Academy Charter School (Closed 2012)
Charter School
415 16th St Sw
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 529-1662
Rochester, MN 55902
(507) 529-1662
Gr: 9-12 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55902, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55902, MN include Folwell Elementary School and Bamber Valley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55902?
2 public preschools are located in 55902.
What is the racial composition of students in 55902?
55902 public preschools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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