Best 55904 Minnesota Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,964 students in 55904, MN.
Public preschools in zipcode 55904 have an average reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the Minnesota public pre schools of 48%).
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 55904, MN Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Longfellow Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2435 20th St Se
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 328-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 265 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Pinewood Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2435 20th St Se
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 328-3630
Gr: PK-5 | 380 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 35% )
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1801 9th Ave Se
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 328-3300
Gr: PK-5 | 600 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Riverside Central Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
506 5th Ave Se
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 328-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 509 students Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Intervention
Special Education School
3800 50th Ave Se
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 328-4900
Gr: PK | 154 students Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
Mighty Oaks Early Learning School
Special Education School
3800 50th Ave Se
Rochester, MN 55904
(507) 328-4900
Gr: PK | 56 students Minority enrollment: 52%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55904, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55904, MN include Longfellow Elementary School, Pinewood Elementary School and Franklin Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55904?
6 public preschools are located in 55904.
What is the racial composition of students in 55904?
55904 public preschools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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