For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,026 students in Fairmont, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Fairmont, MN is Fairmont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fairmont, MN public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in Fairmont have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% 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 Fairmont, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairmont Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
714 Victoria Street Ste 101
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-4487
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-4487
Gr: PK-6 | 1,007 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
Southern Plains Education Coop.
Special Education School
1200 North Park Street
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-1472
Fairmont, MN 56031
(507) 238-1472
Gr: PK-K | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Fairmont, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Fairmont, MN include Fairmont Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Fairmont?
2 public preschools are located in Fairmont.
What is the racial composition of students in Fairmont?
Fairmont public preschools minority enrollment is 31% 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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