For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,810 students in 55406, MN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 55406, MN are Universal Academy Elementary School, Seward Elementary School and Sullivan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55406 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in 55406, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55406, MN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Universal Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2912 28th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(651) 340-5994
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(651) 340-5994
Gr: PK-6 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Seward Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2309 28th Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4950
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-4950
Gr: PK-6 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Sullivan Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3100 E 28th St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-5000
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-5000
Gr: PK-8 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Anishinabe Academy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3100 E 28th St
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-0880
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 668-0880
Gr: PK-5 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55406, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55406, MN include Universal Academy Elementary School, Seward Elementary School and Sullivan Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55406?
5 public preschools are located in 55406.
What is the racial composition of students in 55406?
55406 public preschools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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