Best 55109 Minnesota Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,313 students in 55109, MN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 55109, MN are Cowern Elementary School, Weaver Elementary School and Richardson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55109 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 55109, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 55109, MN Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cowern Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2131 N Margaret St
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Weaver Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2135 Birmingham St
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-7000
Gr: PK-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Richardson Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2400 17th Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
2410 Holloway Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55109
(651) 748-6600
Gr: PK-5 | 804 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55109, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55109, MN include Cowern Elementary School, Weaver Elementary School and Richardson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55109?
4 public preschools are located in 55109.
What is the racial composition of students in 55109?
55109 public preschools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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