For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,058 students in 49201, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49201, MI are Lyle A Torrant Center, Paragon Charter Academy and Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49201 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49201, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 49201, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lyle A Torrant Center
Special Education School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1175 W Parnall Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 787-8910
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 787-8910
Gr: PK-12 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Paragon Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3750 Mccain Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 750-9500
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 750-9500
Gr: PK-8 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs
Special Education School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1226 S Wisner St
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Gr: PK-12 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49201, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49201, MI include Lyle A Torrant Center, Paragon Charter Academy and Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs.
How many public preschools are located in 49201?
3 public preschools are located in 49201.
What is the racial composition of students in 49201?
49201 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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