For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,793 students in 49024, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 49024, MI are Moorsbridge Elementary School, 12th Street Elementary School and Amberly Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49024 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49024, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49024, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Moorsbridge Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7361 Moorsbridge Rd
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6400
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6400
Grades: PK-5
| 591 students
Rank: #22.
12th Street Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6501 S 12th St
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6900
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6900
Grades: PK-5
| 574 students
Rank: #33.
Amberly Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6637 Amberly St
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5900
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5900
Grades: PK-5
| 520 students
Rank: #44.
Angling Road Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5340 Angling Rd
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6000
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6000
Grades: PK-5
| 363 students
Rank: #55.
Woodland Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1401 Woodland Dr
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6600
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6600
Grades: PK-5
| 370 students
Rank: #66.
Haverhill Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6633 Haverhill Ave
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6200
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6200
Grades: PK-5
| 375 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 49024, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 49024, MI include Moorsbridge Elementary School, 12th Street Elementary School and Amberly Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49024?
6 public preschools are located in 49024.
What is the racial composition of students in 49024?
49024 public preschools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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