For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 791 students in 49512, MI.
The top-ranked public preschool in 49512, MI is Excel Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 49512 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49512, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 49512, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Excel Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4201 Breton Rd Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 281-9339
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 281-9339
Gr: PK-12 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
49512, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hamilton Early Childhood Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3303 Breton Road Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 493-5693
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 493-5693
Gr: PK
3303 Breton Road Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 245-2203
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 245-2203
Gr: K-5 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Prepnet Virtual Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3834 52nd St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 929-1326
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 929-1326
Gr: K-12
Wedgwood Campus (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
3300 36th Street Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 831-5609
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(616) 831-5609
Gr: 3-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49512, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49512, MI include Excel Charter Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 49512?
1 public preschools are located in 49512.
What is the racial composition of students in 49512?
49512 public preschools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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