For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 497 students in 49720, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49720, MI are Charlevoix Elementary School and Charem Special Education Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49720 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49720, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 49720, MI Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charlevoix Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
108 E Garfield Ave
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-8115
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-8115
Gr: PK-6 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Charem Special Education Schools
Special Education School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8568 Mercer Rd
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-9947
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-9947
Gr: PK-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
49720, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Beaver Island Lighthouse Program High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
28696 South End Rd
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 922-6240
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 922-6240
Gr: 9-12 | 14 students
Charlevoix Academy (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
115 W Hurlbut St
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-9000
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-9000
Gr: PK-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
108 East Garfield Ave
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-3206
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-3206
Gr: 6-8 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
8700 Mercer Rd
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-9000
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 547-9000
Gr: K | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49720, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49720, MI include Charlevoix Elementary School and Charem Special Education Schools.
How many public preschools are located in 49720?
2 public preschools are located in 49720.
What is the racial composition of students in 49720?
49720 public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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