For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 419 students in 49251, MI.
The top-ranked public preschool in 49251, MI is Woodworth Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 49251 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49251, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49251, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodworth Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
212 Pennsylvania St
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-5151
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-5151
Gr: PK-4 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
49251, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Leslie Alternative Education Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
4141 Hull Rd
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-9500
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-9500
Gr: 7-12
White Pine Academy (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
510 Russell St
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-8961
Leslie, MI 49251
(517) 589-8961
Gr: K-8 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49251, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49251, MI include Woodworth Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49251?
1 public preschools are located in 49251.
What is the racial composition of students in 49251?
49251 public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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