For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 449 students in 56097, MN.
The top-ranked public preschool in 56097, MN is United South Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 56097 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 56097, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 56097, MN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
United South Central Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 11th St. Sw
Wells, MN 56097
(507) 553-5810
Wells, MN 56097
(507) 553-5810
Gr: PK-6 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
56097, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Magic Academy Middle School High School (Closed 2016)
Special Education School
600 11th St. Sw
Wells, MN 56097
(507) 553-3134
Wells, MN 56097
(507) 553-3134
Southern Minn Special Service Coop Elementary School (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
350 3rd St Nw
Wells, MN 56097
(507) 553-5001
Wells, MN 56097
(507) 553-5001
Gr: 1-7
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 56097, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 56097, MN include United South Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 56097?
1 public preschools are located in 56097.
What is the racial composition of students in 56097?
56097 public preschools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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