For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,357 students in 55118, MN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 55118, MN are Mendota Elementary School, Somerset Elementary School and Moreland Art/health Science Magnet. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55118 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 55118, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55118, MN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mendota Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1979 Summit Ln
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8000
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8000
Gr: PK-4 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Somerset Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1355 Dodd Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8201
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8201
Gr: PK-4 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Moreland Art/health Science Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
217 W Moreland Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-7800
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-7800
Gr: PK-4 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
1970 Christensen Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8390
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8390
Gr: PK | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Learning Resource Center
Special Education School
1970 Christensen Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-7019
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-7019
Gr: PK | 187 students Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55118, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55118, MN include Mendota Elementary School, Somerset Elementary School and Moreland Art/health Science Magnet.
How many public preschools are located in 55118?
5 public preschools are located in 55118.
What is the racial composition of students in 55118?
55118 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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