For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 201 students in Ely, MN.
The top ranked public preschool in Ely, MN is Washington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ely, MN public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Minnesota public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in Ely have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public preschool average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Preschools in Ely, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
520 E Harvey St
Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-6166
Ely, MN 55731
(218) 365-6166
Grades: PK-5
| 201 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Ely, MN?
The top ranked public preschools in Ely, MN include Washington Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Ely?
1 public preschools are located in Ely.
What is the racial composition of students in Ely?
Ely public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Minnesota public preschools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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