For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,993 students in Lapeer, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in Lapeer, MI are Chatfield School, Turrill Elementary School and Ck Schickler Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lapeer, MI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Lapeer have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Lapeer, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chatfield School
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
231 Lake Dr
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-8970
Lapeer, MI 48446
(810) 667-8970
Gr: PK-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
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 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
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 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
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 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #55.
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 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Lapeer, 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 Lapeer, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Lapeer, MI include Chatfield School, Turrill Elementary School and Ck Schickler Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Lapeer?
5 public preschools are located in Lapeer.
What is the racial composition of students in Lapeer?
Lapeer public preschools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Lapeer are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Lapeer include: Elva Lynch Elementary School vs. Turrill Elementary School, Ck Schickler Elementary School vs. Chatfield School, Turrill Elementary School vs. Elva Lynch Elementary School
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