For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 485 students in 55811, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in 55811, MN is Piedmont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55811 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 55811, MN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55811, MN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Piedmont Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2827 Chambersburg Ave
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8950
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8950
Gr: PK-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
Hermantown Early Childhood
Special Education School
4333 Hawk Circle Dr
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 729-9563
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 729-9563
Gr: PK | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Special Ed. N.p.
Special Education School
709 Portia Johnson Drive
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8740
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8740
Gr: PK-12 | 22 students Minority enrollment: 9%
55811, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
800 East Central Entrance
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 733-2130
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 733-2130
Gr: 9-12 | 1,404 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Early Childhood Special Education (Closed 2024)
Special Education School
709 Portia Johnson Drive
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8744
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8744
Gr: PK | 237 students Minority enrollment: 8%
Focus Plus Middle School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
2827 Chambersburg
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8756
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8756
Gr: 6-8
Secondary Technical Center (Closed 2015)
Vocational School
802 E Central Entrance
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8975
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 336-8975
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55811, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55811, MN include Piedmont Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55811?
3 public preschools are located in 55811.
What is the racial composition of students in 55811?
55811 public preschools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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