For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 343 students in Hastings, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in Hastings, MI are Barry Isd Special Education and Star Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hastings, MI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Hastings have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Hastings, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barry Isd Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
555 W Woodlawn Ave
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-9545
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-9545
Gr: PK-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Star Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1900 Star School Rd
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4442
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4442
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Hastings, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hastings Area Schools Alternative Education High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
520 West South St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4400
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 948-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 43 students
Hastings Virtual Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2950 W M 179 Hwy
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-6167
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-6167
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Hastings, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Hastings, MI include Barry Isd Special Education and Star Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Hastings?
2 public preschools are located in Hastings.
What is the racial composition of students in Hastings?
Hastings public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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