For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 71 students in 49749, MI.
The top ranked public preschool in 49749, MI is Cop Esd Programs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 49749 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49749, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49749, MI Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cop Esd Programs
Special Education School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6065 Learning Ln
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-9394
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-9394
Gr: PK-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
49749, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Inland Lakes Alternative Education High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
4363 South Straits Hwy
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-6868
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-6868
Gr: 9-12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
4363 South Straits Hwy
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-6868
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-6868
Gr: 5-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 49749, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 49749, MI include Cop Esd Programs.
How many public preschools are located in 49749?
1 public preschools are located in 49749.
What is the racial composition of students in 49749?
49749 public preschools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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