For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,780 students in 49507, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 49507, MI are Gerald R Ford Academic Center, Burton Elementary School and Hope Academy Of West Michigan. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49507 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49507, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49507, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gerald R Ford Academic Center
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
851 Madison Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2640
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2640
Gr: PK-8 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Burton Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2133 Buchanan Ave Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2262
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2262
Gr: PK-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Hope Academy Of West Michigan
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
240 Brown St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 301-8458
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 301-8458
Gr: PK-12 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Buchanan Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1775 Buchanan Ave Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2252
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2252
Gr: PK-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Dickinson Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
448 Dickinson St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2505
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2505
Gr: PK-8 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Brookside Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2505 Madison Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2242
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2242
Gr: PK-5 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
49507, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
921 Alger Street Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2222
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2222
Gr: PK-6 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Campau Park School (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
50 Antoine St Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2290
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2290
Gr: PK-5 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
851 Madison Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2640
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2640
Gr: 6-8 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
670 Burton Street Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 241-6300
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 241-6300
Gr: 9-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
670 Burton St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 241-6300
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 241-6300
Gr: K-5 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
670 Burton Street Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 241-6300
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 241-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
1356 Jefferson Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2666
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2666
Gr: K-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Kentfields Community School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
811 Jefferson Street Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2301
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2301
Gr: Inquire with school | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
851 Madison Avenue Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2785
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2785
Gr: PK-6 | 218 students Minority enrollment: 99%
944 Evergreen Street Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 771-2855
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 771-2855
Gr: K-6 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Park School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
1356 Jefferson Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2666
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 819-2666
Gr: 8-12
256 Alger Street
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 301-2810
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
(616) 301-2810
Gr: 6-8 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 49507, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 49507, MI include Gerald R Ford Academic Center, Burton Elementary School and Hope Academy Of West Michigan.
How many public preschools are located in 49507?
6 public preschools are located in 49507.
What is the racial composition of students in 49507?
49507 public preschools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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