For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 782 students in 49078, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 49078, MI are Washington Street Elementary School and Dix Street Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49078 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49078, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49078, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Street Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
538 Washington St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7800
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7800
Grades: PK-5
| 450 students
Rank: #22.
Dix Street Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
503 Dix St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7703
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7703
Grades: PK-5
| 332 students
49078, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
485 18th St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7960
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7960
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 49078, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 49078, MI include Washington Street Elementary School and Dix Street Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49078?
2 public preschools are located in 49078.
What is the racial composition of students in 49078?
49078 public preschools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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