Best 55405 Minnesota Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 943 students in 55405, MN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 55405, MN are Bryn Mawr Elementary School and Ella Baker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55405 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 55405, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 55405, MN Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bryn Mawr Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
252 Upton Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 668-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Ella Baker Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1200 W 26th St
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 668-2720
Gr: PK-8 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 90%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55405, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55405, MN include Bryn Mawr Elementary School and Ella Baker Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55405?
2 public preschools are located in 55405.
What is the racial composition of students in 55405?
55405 public preschools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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