For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,299 students in 55811, MN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 55811, MN are Piedmont Elementary School and North Star Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55811 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 55811, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55811, MN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Piedmont Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2827 Chambersburg Ave
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8950
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8950
Gr: PK-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
North Star Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3301 Technology Dr
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 728-9556
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 728-9556
Gr: PK-8 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Special Education
Special Education School
709 Portia Johnson Dr
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8744
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8744
Gr: PK | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
Hermantown Early Childhood
Special Education School
4333 Hawk Circle Dr
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 729-9563
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 729-9563
Gr: PK | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Special Ed. N.p.
Special Education School
709 Portia Johnson Dr
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8740
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8740
Gr: PK-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55811, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55811, MN include Piedmont Elementary School and North Star Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 55811?
5 public preschools are located in 55811.
What is the racial composition of students in 55811?
55811 public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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