For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,518 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 21% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49001, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 41% (majority Black).
Best 49001, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-3 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Parkwoodupjohn Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2321 S Park St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0720
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0720
Gr: PK-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Milwood Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3400 Lovers Ln
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0660
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0660
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Edison Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
831 Lake St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0550
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0550
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #55.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
49001, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3122 Lake Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0630
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 337-0630
Gr: K-3 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
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 41% (majority Black).
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