For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 186 students in Hector, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Hector, MN is Buffalo Lake-hector-stewart Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hector, MN public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in Hector have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Hector, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buffalo Lake-hector-stewart Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
220 3rd St W
Hector, MN 55342
(320) 848-2233
Hector, MN 55342
(320) 848-2233
Gr: PK-5 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Hector, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Hector, MN include Buffalo Lake-hector-stewart Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Hector?
1 public preschools are located in Hector.
What is the racial composition of students in Hector?
Hector public preschools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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