For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,446 students in 48446, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48446, MI are Turrill Elementary School, Ck Schickler Elementary School and Elva Lynch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48446 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48446, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48446, MI Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Turrill Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
785 S Elm St
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2438
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2438
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Ck Schickler Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2020 W Oregon St
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2440
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2440
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Elva Lynch Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2035 Roods Lake Rd
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2448
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2448
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Center For Innovation
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
170 Millville Rd
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2453
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2453
Gr: PK-12 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
48446, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
250 2nd Street
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2446
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2446
Gr: PK-3 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
170 Millville Rd
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2423
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2423
Gr: 9-12 | 964 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
2020 Imlay City Rd
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2444
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-2444
Gr: PK-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
5065 Coldwater Rd
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 793-6264
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 793-6264
Gr: K-5 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48446, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48446, MI include Turrill Elementary School, Ck Schickler Elementary School and Elva Lynch Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48446?
4 public preschools are located in 48446.
What is the racial composition of students in 48446?
48446 public preschools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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