For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 524 students in Wadena, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Wadena, MN is Wadena-deer Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wadena, MN public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in Wadena have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Wadena, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wadena-deer Creek Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
215 Colfax Ave Sw
Wadena, MN 56482
(218) 632-2400
Wadena, MN 56482
(218) 632-2400
Gr: PK-4 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Special Education
Special Education School
2222 Industrial Drive
Wadena, MN 56482
(218) 631-3505
Wadena, MN 56482
(218) 631-3505
Gr: PK | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Wadena, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Wadena, MN include Wadena-deer Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Wadena?
2 public preschools are located in Wadena.
What is the racial composition of students in Wadena?
Wadena public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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