For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 257 students in 56159, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in 56159, MN is Mountain Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 56159 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 56159, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 56159, MN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain Lake Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
450 12th St N
Mountain Lake, MN 56159
(507) 427-2325
Mountain Lake, MN 56159
(507) 427-2325
Gr: PK-6 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 56159, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 56159, MN include Mountain Lake Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 56159?
1 public preschools are located in 56159.
What is the racial composition of students in 56159?
56159 public preschools minority enrollment is 49% 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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