For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,614 students in 48823, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48823, MI are Whitehills Elementary School, Glencairn School and Robert L Green Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48823 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48823, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48823, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whitehills Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
621 Pebblebrook Ln
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7900
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7900
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Glencairn School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
939 N Harrison Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7930
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7930
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Robert L Green Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1811 Pinecrest Dr
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7870
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7870
Gr: PK-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Marble School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
729 N Hagadorn Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7860
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7860
Gr: PK-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #55.
Red Cedar School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1110 Narcissus Dr
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-5060
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-5060
Gr: PK-5 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Donley Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2961 E Lake Lansing Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7370
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-7370
Gr: PK-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48823, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48823, MI include Whitehills Elementary School, Glencairn School and Robert L Green Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48823?
6 public preschools are located in 48823.
What is the racial composition of students in 48823?
48823 public preschools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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