For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,900 students in Adrian, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in Adrian, MI are Madison Elementary School, Sutton South Early Learning Center and Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Adrian, MI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Adrian have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Adrian, MI (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3498 Treat Hwy
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0744
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-0744
Gr: PK-5 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Sutton South Early Learning Center
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2780 Sutton Rd
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 423-2367
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 423-2367
Gr: PK-3 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
158 S Scott St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-8544
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-8544
Gr: PK-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Milton C Porter Educational Center
Special Education School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2946 Sutton Rd
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-8931
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-8931
Gr: PK-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2568 Airport Rd
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-5082
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-5082
Gr: PK-5 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Michener Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
104 Dawes Ave
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-9002
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-9002
Gr: PK-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Adrian, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
340 East Church St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-8122
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-8122
Gr: 5-7 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Comstock School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
801 East Maumee St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-2468
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-2468
Gr: PK
239 Cross Street
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-2844
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-2844
Gr: K-4 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Head Start At Garfield Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
239 Cross St
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-2468
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 263-2468
Gr: PK
Lenawee Isd Special Education See Programs (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
2946 Sutton Rd
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-1610
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-1610
Gr: K-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
726 Elm Street
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-8065
Adrian, MI 49221
(517) 265-8065
Gr: K-4 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Adrian, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Adrian, MI include Madison Elementary School, Sutton South Early Learning Center and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Adrian?
6 public preschools are located in Adrian.
What is the racial composition of students in Adrian?
Adrian public preschools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Adrian are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Adrian include: Prairie Elementary School vs. Madison Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School vs. Madison Elementary School, Michener Elementary School vs. Madison Elementary School
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