For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 962 students in 56353, MN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 56353, MN are Milaca Elementary School and Rum River North. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 56353 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 56353, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 56353, MN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Milaca Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Highway 23 W
Milaca, MN 56353
(320) 982-7301
Milaca, MN 56353
(320) 982-7301
Gr: PK-6 | 865 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Rum River North
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
303 3rd Ave Sw
Milaca, MN 56353
(763) 552-6801
Milaca, MN 56353
(763) 552-6801
Gr: PK-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 56353, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 56353, MN include Milaca Elementary School and Rum River North.
How many public preschools are located in 56353?
2 public preschools are located in 56353.
What is the racial composition of students in 56353?
56353 public preschools minority enrollment is 12% 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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