For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,257 students in 55104, MN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 55104, MN are Jj Hill Montessori, Maxfield Elementary School and Hamline Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55104 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 55104, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55104, MN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jj Hill Montessori
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
998 Selby Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 293-8720
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 293-8720
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Maxfield Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
380 Victoria St N
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 293-8680
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 293-8680
Gr: PK-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Hamline Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1599 Englewood Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 293-8715
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 293-8715
Gr: PK-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Four Seasons Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
318 Moore St
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 290-7595
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 290-7595
Gr: PK-5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Educational Hub
Special Education School
1317 Charles Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 325-2400
Saint Paul, MN 55104
(651) 325-2400
Gr: PK | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55104, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55104, MN include Jj Hill Montessori, Maxfield Elementary School and Hamline Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55104?
5 public preschools are located in 55104.
What is the racial composition of students in 55104?
55104 public preschools minority enrollment is 74% 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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