For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,449 students in 55407, MN.
The top ranked public preschools in 55407, MN are Bancroft Elementary School and Folwell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55407 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 55407, MN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55407, MN Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bancroft Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3829 13th Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-3550
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-3550
Gr: PK-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Folwell Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3611 20th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4550
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Assessment/special
Special Education School
3320 Elliot Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5100
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5100
Gr: PK
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Special Education
Special Education School
3320 Elliot Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5100
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5100
Gr: PK-K | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
Lirio Montessori
Charter School
3015 13th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 293-5314
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 293-5314
Gr: PK-K | 3 students
55407, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1098 Andersen Ln
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4200
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4200
Gr: PK-8 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
2727 10th Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4200
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
3420 17th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 889-2933
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 889-2933
Gr: K-5 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Basic Skills 4 Elementary Ts (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
807 Ne Broadway
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5388
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5388
Gr: 1-8
Basic Skills 5 Elementary Ts (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
2225 E. Lake St.
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5363
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-5363
3322 Elliot Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4070
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4070
Gr: 6-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
City Inc. North High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1315 12th Ave North
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 377-7559
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 377-7559
Gr: 9-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
City Inc. South High School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
920 East 34 St
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 877-6720
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 877-6720
Gr: 8-12
Folwell Arts Magnet (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
3611 20th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4550
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4550
Gr: PK-8 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Hiawatha Leadership Academy - Sip (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1611 E. 46th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 455-4004
Gr: K-5
3328 Elliot Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4100
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 668-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Volunteers Of America Middle School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
3400 Dupont Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 872-2400
Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 872-2400
Gr: 5-8 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 55407, MN?
The top ranked public preschools in 55407, MN include Bancroft Elementary School and Folwell Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55407?
5 public preschools are located in 55407.
What is the racial composition of students in 55407?
55407 public preschools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public preschools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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