For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 810 students in 55345, MN.
The top ranked public preschools in 55345, MN are Glen Lake Elementary School and Gatewood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 55345 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 55345, MN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 55345, MN Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glen Lake Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4801 Woodridge Rd
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 988-5200
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 988-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Gatewood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14900 Gatewood Dr
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 988-5250
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 988-5250
Gr: PK-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
55345, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
276 Minnetonka Compass Ext Yr Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
18301 Hwy 7 West
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 401-5889
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 401-5889
Gr: 9-12
276 Minnetonka Compass High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
18301 Hwy 7
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 401-5919
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 401-5919
Gr: 7-12
276 Minnetonka High School I.S. (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
18301 Hwy 7
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 401-5919
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 401-5919
Gr: 9-12
Epsilon - Ss High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
14300 County Road 62
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 949-4567
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 949-4567
Gr: 7-12
Epsilon-alpha High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
14300 Highway 62
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 949-4567
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 949-4567
Gr: 8-12 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Oak Hills High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
14300 Cty Rd 62
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(763) 205-7612
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(763) 205-7612
Gr: 7-12
West Middle Alc (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
17113 Minnetonka Blvd
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 473-0908
Minnetonka, MN 55345
(952) 473-0908
Gr: 8-9 | 9 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 55345, MN?
The top ranked public preschools in 55345, MN include Glen Lake Elementary School and Gatewood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 55345?
2 public preschools are located in 55345.
What is the racial composition of students in 55345?
55345 public preschools minority enrollment is 43% 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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