Best Public Preschools in 55421 (Minneapolis, MN) (2026)

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Best 55421 Minnesota Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,588 students in 55421, MN.

The top-ranked public preschools in 55421, MN are Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary, Highland Elementary School and Valley View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public preschools in zipcode 55421 have an score of 18% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 46%), and score of 26% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 55421, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.

Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 55421, MN Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary

Charter School

(Math: 34% | Reading: 32% )
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4141 University Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 205-9950

Gr: PK-1 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 95%

Rank: #22.

Highland Elementary School

(Math: 21% | Reading: 26%)
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1500 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4405

Gr: PK-5 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%

Rank: #33.

Valley View Elementary School

(Math: 14% | Reading: 26%)
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800 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4205

Gr: PK-5 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Rank: n/an/a

Bultum Academy

Charter School

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1555 40th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 450-3522

Gr: PK-8 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Rank: n/an/a

Early Childhood

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1460 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4540

Gr: PK | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 77%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 55421 Minnesota

55421, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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271 Beacon Night School (Closed 2012)

Alternative School

9701 Nicollet Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056

Gr: 9-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 70%

271 Kennedy High School. Beacon Night School (Closed 2012)

Alternative School

9701 Nicollet Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(952) 681-5056

Gr: 6-12 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 50%

Academy Of Biosciences (Closed 2010)

400 10th St Nw
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 571-5039

Gr: 4-8 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%

Achieve Middle School (Closed 2016)

Alternative School

900 49th Ave Ne
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(763) 528-4429

Gr: 6-8 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 76%

Metro Heights Academy (Closed 2014)

Alternative School

3989 Central Ave N.e.
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5543

Gr: 9-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%

Open Door Academy Charter School (Closed 2016)

Charter School

3800 Gauvitte St
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(507) 202-7488

Targeted Svcs Columbia Heights (Closed 2009)

Alternative School

3989 Central Ave N.e.
Minneapolis, MN 55421
(651) 415-5691

Gr: K-9

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55421, MN?

The top-ranked public preschools in 55421, MN include Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary, Highland Elementary School and Valley View Elementary School.

How many public preschools are located in 55421?

5 public preschools are located in 55421.

What is the racial composition of students in 55421?

55421 public preschools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).