For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 2,643 students in 55117, MN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 55117, MN are Como Park Elementary School, Harambee Elementary School and Prodeo Academy St. Paul Primary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55117 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 55117, MN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55117, MN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Como Park Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
780 Wheelock Pkwy W
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8820
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8820
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Harambee Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
30 County Road B East
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 379-2500
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 379-2500
Gr: PK-6 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Prodeo Academy St. Paul Primary
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
170 Rose Ave W
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 350-7655
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 350-7655
Gr: PK-1 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: #44.
Saint Paul Music Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
27 Geranium Ave E
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8795
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8795
Gr: PK-6 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Crossroads Science Program
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
543 Front Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 767-8540
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 767-8540
Gr: PK-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Mississippi Creative Arts Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1575 L'orient St
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8840
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8840
Gr: PK-5 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #77.
Crossroads Montessori
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
543 Front Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 767-8540
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 767-8540
Gr: PK-5 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #88.
Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1041 Marion St
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 290-8354
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 290-8354
Gr: PK-5 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Education Como
Special Education School
780 Wheelock Pkwy W
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8820
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8820
Gr: PK | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
55117, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alp @ Capitol View Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
70 W County Rd B2
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 415-5394
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 415-5394
Gr: 5-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Alp @ Vccs (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
9900 Park Crossing
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 702-5722
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 702-5722
Gr: K-6 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Arlington House Special Education (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
704 Larpenteur Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-5288
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-5288
70 W Cty Rd B2
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 415-5500
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 415-5500
Gr: K-6
Como Specialhartzell Elementary School (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
780 Wheelock Parkway West
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8823
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8823
Gr: K-6 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Early Education Crossroads Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
543 Front Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 767-8556
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 767-8556
Gr: PK
Early Education Mississippi Ca (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1575 L'orient Street
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8840
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8840
Gr: PK
Early Education Street Paul Music Academy (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
27 Geranium Avenue E
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8620
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8620
Gr: PK
Franklin Magnet Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Magnet School
27 Geranium Ave East
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8798
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8798
Gr: K-6 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Metro Heights I.S. (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
70 County Road B2 W
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 415-5609
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 415-5609
Gr: 9-12
N.e.metro Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
70 W. Cty Road B-2
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 415-5363
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 415-5363
Gr: K-10
27 East Geranium Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8795
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8795
Gr: PK-6 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
St. Bernard Private Alt. (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
170 W. Rose Ave.
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 489-1338
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 489-1338
1041 Marion St
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8830
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 293-8830
Gr: 7-8
Wels South Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
70 W County Rd B2
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 415-5640
Saint Paul, MN 55117
(651) 415-5640
Gr: 10-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 55117, MN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 55117, MN include Como Park Elementary School, Harambee Elementary School and Prodeo Academy St. Paul Primary.
How many public preschools are located in 55117?
9 public preschools are located in 55117.
What is the racial composition of students in 55117?
55117 public preschools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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