For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,517 students in 49001, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 49001, MI are Greenwood Elementary School, Parkwoodupjohn Elementary School and Milwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49001 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49001, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49001, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3501 Moreland St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0560
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0560
Grades: PK-3
| 87 students
Rank: #22.
Parkwoodupjohn Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2321 S Park St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0720
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0720
Grades: PK-5
| 463 students
Rank: #33.
Milwood Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3400 Lovers Ln
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0660
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0660
Grades: PK-5
| 382 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Edison Academy
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
831 Lake St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0550
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0550
Grades: PK-5
| 339 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Washington Writers Academy
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1919 Portage St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0770
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0770
Grades: PK-5
| 246 students
49001, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3122 Lake Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0630
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0630
Grades: K-3
| 128 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 49001, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 49001, MI include Greenwood Elementary School, Parkwoodupjohn Elementary School and Milwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49001?
5 public preschools are located in 49001.
What is the racial composition of students in 49001?
49001 public preschools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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