Best Detroit Lakes Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,208 students in Detroit Lakes, MN.
The top-ranked public preschools in Detroit Lakes, MN are Rossman Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Detroit Lakes, MN public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in Detroit Lakes have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Preschools in Detroit Lakes, MN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rossman Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1221 Rossman Ave
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 847-9268
Gr: PK-5 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
510 11th Ave
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 847-1106
Gr: PK-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
204 Willow St E
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 847-4418
Gr: PK | 64 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
204 Willow St E
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
(218) 847-4418
Gr: PK | 17 students Minority enrollment: 30%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Detroit Lakes, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Detroit Lakes, MN include Rossman Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Detroit Lakes?
4 public preschools are located in Detroit Lakes.
What is the racial composition of students in Detroit Lakes?
Detroit Lakes public preschools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public preschools in Detroit Lakes are often viewed compared to one another?

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