For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 607 students in 56273, MN.
The top ranked public preschool in 56273, MN is Prairie Woods Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 56273 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 56273, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 56273, MN Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Woods Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17435 County Road 9 Ne
New London, MN 56273
(320) 354-2252
New London, MN 56273
(320) 354-2252
Gr: PK-4 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Prairie Meadows Learning Center
Special Education School
650 Agnes St
New London, MN 56273
(320) 796-2443
New London, MN 56273
(320) 796-2443
Gr: PK | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
56273, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Box 430
New London, MN 56273
(320) 354-2252
New London, MN 56273
(320) 354-2252
Gr: 5-8 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 56273, MN?
The top ranked public preschools in 56273, MN include Prairie Woods Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 56273?
2 public preschools are located in 56273.
What is the racial composition of students in 56273?
56273 public preschools minority enrollment is 12% 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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