For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 727 students in 56701, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in 56701, MN is Challenger Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 56701 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 56701, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 56701, MN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Challenger Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
601 County Road 61
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
(218) 681-2345
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
(218) 681-2345
Gr: PK-5 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
56701, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Booster Club Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
601 County Road 61
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
(218) 681-2345
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
(218) 681-2345
Gr: K-5
Franklin Prowler Academy Targ Servs (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
300 S. Spruce Avenue
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
(218) 681-8813
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
(218) 681-8813
Gr: 6-8
Northwest Alc High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
230 Labree Ave. S.
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
(218) 681-8711
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
(218) 681-8711
Gr: 9-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 56701, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 56701, MN include Challenger Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 56701?
1 public preschools are located in 56701.
What is the racial composition of students in 56701?
56701 public preschools minority enrollment is 19% 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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