For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 363 students in 49316, MI.
The top ranked public preschool in 49316, MI is Dutton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49316 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49316, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49316, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dutton Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3820 68th St Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 698-8982
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 698-8982
Grades: PK-4
| 299 students
Rank: n/an/a
Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center
Special Education School
9751 Duncan Lake Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-6220
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-6220
Grades: PK-K
| 64 students
49316, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
9749 Duncan Lake Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-8117
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-8117
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Glenmor High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
8948 Kraft Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-8236
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 891-8236
Grades: 9-12
| 15 students
6100 E Paris Ave Se
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 610-0031
Caledonia, MI 49316
(616) 610-0031
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 49316, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 49316, MI include Dutton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49316?
2 public preschools are located in 49316.
What is the racial composition of students in 49316?
49316 public preschools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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