For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 289 students in Elk Rapids, MI.
The top-ranked public preschool in Elk Rapids, MI is Lakeland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elk Rapids, MI public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Elk Rapids have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Elk Rapids, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeland Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
616 Buckley St
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8289
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
(231) 264-8289
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Elk Rapids, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Elk Rapids, MI include Lakeland Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Elk Rapids?
1 public preschools are located in Elk Rapids.
What is the racial composition of students in Elk Rapids?
Elk Rapids public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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