For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 3,012 students in 55429, MN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 55429, MN are Fair Oaks Elementary School, Palmer Lake Elementary School and Northport Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55429 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 55429, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55429, MN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fair Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5600 65th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 533-2246
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 533-2246
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Palmer Lake Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7300 W Palmer Lake Dr
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-1930
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-1930
Gr: PK-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Northport Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5421 Brooklyn Blvd
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 504-7800
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 504-7800
Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Garden City Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3501 65th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-9768
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-9768
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Zanewood Community School Steam
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7000 Zane Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-9077
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 561-9077
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Excell Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5800 65th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 533-0500
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 533-0500
Gr: PK-8 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Special Education
Special Education School
7020 Perry Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7300
Minneapolis, MN 55429
(763) 585-7300
Gr: PK | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55429, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55429, MN include Fair Oaks Elementary School, Palmer Lake Elementary School and Northport Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55429?
7 public preschools are located in 55429.
What is the racial composition of students in 55429?
55429 public preschools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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