For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,734 students in 48911, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48911, MI are Lewton School, Forrest G Averill School and Wexford Montessori Magnet School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48911 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48911, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48911, MI Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lewton School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Lewton Pl
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1460
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1460
Gr: PK-8 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Forrest G Averill School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3201 Averill Dr
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1220
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1220
Gr: PK-4 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Wexford Montessori Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5217 Wexford Rd
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1740
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1740
Gr: PK-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #44.
Gardner International School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
333 Dahlia Dr
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1121
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1121
Gr: PK-8 | 874 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
48911, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5525 South Pennsylvania Ave
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 882-1400
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 882-1400
Gr: K-8 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
2924 Newark Avenue
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 325-6894
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 325-6894
Gr: K-8 | 471 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Community Connections Learning Center (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
5815 Wise Road
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 325-6225
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 325-6225
Gr: 7-12 | 96 students Minority enrollment: 58%
2600 Hampden Dr
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1160
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1160
Gr: 6-8 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
333 Dahlia Dr
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1120
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1120
Gr: 4-8 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
333 Dahlia Dr
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1120
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1120
Gr: 6-8 | 810 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
2924 Newark Ave
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1390
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1390
Gr: Inquire with school | 4 students
Lansing Adult Education Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
5815 Wise Rd
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1391
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1391
Gr: 9-12
Lansing Alternative Programs (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
5815 Wise Rd
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1391
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1391
Gr: 6-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
3000 West Miller Rd
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 230-5836
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 230-5836
Gr: K-6 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
6031 S. M.l. King Jr. Blvd.
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 325-6833
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 325-6833
Gr: K-5 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Wainwright (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
4200 Wainwright Ave
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-3800
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-3800
Gr: K-12
4200 Wainwright Ave
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1660
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1660
Gr: PK-7 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Woodcreek Achievement Center (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
4000 Woodcreek Ln
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1700
Lansing, MI 48911
(517) 755-1700
Gr: 7-12 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48911, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48911, MI include Lewton School, Forrest G Averill School and Wexford Montessori Magnet School.
How many public preschools are located in 48911?
4 public preschools are located in 48911.
What is the racial composition of students in 48911?
48911 public preschools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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