For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 764 students in 49009, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 49009, MI are Cooper Elementary School and Prairie Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49009 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49009, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49009, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cooper Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7559 N 14th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 349-2674
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 349-2674
Grades: PK-5
| 292 students
Rank: #22.
Prairie Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2294 S 9th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 337-0630
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 337-0630
Grades: PK-5
| 472 students
49009, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6200 West Kalamazoo Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(312) 226-3355
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(312) 226-3355
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 49009, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 49009, MI include Cooper Elementary School and Prairie Ridge Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49009?
2 public preschools are located in 49009.
What is the racial composition of students in 49009?
49009 public preschools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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