Best 56303 Minnesota Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,253 students in 56303, MN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 56303, MN are Westwood Elementary School and Madison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 56303 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 56303, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 56303, MN Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5800 Ridgewood Rd
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-7630
Gr: PK-5 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2805 9th St N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-6330
Gr: PK-5 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: n/an/a
St. Cloud Hospital Programs Non-res
Alternative School
1406 6th Ave N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
(320) 370-6895
Gr: PK-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 56303, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 56303, MN include Westwood Elementary School and Madison Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 56303?
3 public preschools are located in 56303.
What is the racial composition of students in 56303?
56303 public preschools minority enrollment is 64% 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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