Best Carlton Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 163 students in Carlton, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Carlton, MN is South Terrace Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carlton, MN public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in Carlton have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Preschools in Carlton, MN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
530 Stine Dr
Carlton, MN 55718
(218) 384-4225
Gr: PK-5 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Carlton, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Carlton, MN include South Terrace Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Carlton?
1 public preschools are located in Carlton.
What is the racial composition of students in Carlton?
Carlton public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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