For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,187 students in 55412, MN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 55412, MN are Loring Elementary School, Lucy Laney Elementary School and Cityview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55412 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 55412, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55412, MN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Loring Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2600 44th Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2060
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2060
Gr: PK-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Lucy Laney Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3333 Penn Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2200
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2200
Gr: PK-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Cityview Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3350 4th Street North
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 688-2270
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 688-2270
Gr: PK-5 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Sojourner Truth Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3820 Emerson Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 588-3599
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 588-3599
Gr: PK-8 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
55412, Minnesota 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Pillsbury United Communities
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 302-3400
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 302-3400
Gr: 10-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 44:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Cityview Pam Magnet Elementary School (Closed 2014)
Magnet School
3350 North 4th St
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2270
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2270
Gr: K-8 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
4119 Dupont Ave. N.
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-1890
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-1890
Gr: K-5 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
4021 Thomas Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 876-3814
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 876-3814
Gr: K-5 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
Minneapolis School Of New Music (Closed 2024)
Charter School
4021 Thomas Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 236-4637
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 236-4637
Gr: 6-8 | 42 students Minority enrollment: 81%
3350 North 4th St
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 276-1526
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 276-1526
Gr: K-8 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
3350 North 4th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2270
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2270
Gr: K-5 | 95 students Minority enrollment: 98%
3350 4th Street North
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2252
Minneapolis, MN 55412
(612) 668-2252
Gr: K-5 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55412, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55412, MN include Loring Elementary School, Lucy Laney Elementary School and Cityview Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55412?
4 public preschools are located in 55412.
What is the racial composition of students in 55412?
55412 public preschools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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