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Largest Minnesota Private Preschools

The average private preschool in Minnesota has 187 students (2026-27).

The largest private preschool in Minnesota is The Blake School/Upper School, The Blake School (Middle School, grades 6-8), and The Blake School Early Learning Center, each with 1,281 students.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# MN Schools Ranked: 378
Top 20 Range (Students): 593–1,281
MN School Avg.: 187
National School Avg.: 187

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# MN Schools Ranked: 378
Top 20 Range (Students): 593–1,281
MN School Avg.: 187
National School Avg.: 187

Minnesota Average Students Per School (Trends)

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Year	Minnesota (MN) avg
2025	185
2024	180
2023	174
2022	176
2021	170
2020	164
2019	167
2018	164
2017	169
2016	167
2015	169

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Show school map — Minnesota (students range: 593–1,281, avg 187)

School Size Range: 418 1,281 Avg. School Size: 705

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Minnesota average private preschools student size?

The Minnesota average private preschools student size is 187 for 2026-27.

What are the private preschools with the largest student size in Minnesota?

The top ranked private preschools in Minnesota include The Blake School (Middle School, grades 6-8), The Blake School Early Learning Center and The Blake School/Upper School.

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