For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 816 students in Minnetonka, MN. The top-ranked public preschools in Minnetonka, MN are Glen Lake Elementary School and Gatewood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Minnetonka, MN public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in Minnetonka have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Minnetonka, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glen Lake Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4801 Woodridge Rd
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 988-5200
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 988-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Gatewood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14900 Gatewood Dr
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 988-5250
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 988-5250
Gr: PK-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Minnetonka, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Minnetonka, MN include Glen Lake Elementary School and Gatewood Elementary School. Minnetonka has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in Minnesota.
How many public preschools are located in Minnetonka?
2 public preschools are located in Minnetonka.
What is the racial composition of students in Minnetonka?
Minnetonka public preschools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public preschools in Minnetonka are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Minnetonka include: Gatewood Elementary School vs. Glen Lake Elementary School, Glen Lake Elementary School vs. Gatewood Elementary School
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