For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,473 students in 49445, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49445, MI are North Muskegon Elementary School, Reethspuffer Elementary School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49445 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49445, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 49445, MI Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Muskegon Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1600 Mills Ave
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 719-4201
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 719-4201
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Reethspuffer Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
874 E Giles Rd
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 744-4777
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 744-4777
Gr: PK-4 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1807 W Giles Rd
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 744-1693
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 744-1693
Gr: PK-4 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
2500 Pennsylvania Ave
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 638-0253
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 638-0253
Gr: K | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
49445, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ci Regional Special Education Classroom Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
1600 Mills Ave
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 719-4102
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 719-4102
Gr: K-5 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Duck Creek Learning Center (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
4600 N. Gibson Road
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 766-3001
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 766-3001
Gr: 7-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Reeths-puffer Special Education Consortium (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
1545 Roberts Rd
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 719-3143
Muskegon, MI 49445
(231) 719-3143
Gr: K-12 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49445, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49445, MI include North Muskegon Elementary School, Reethspuffer Elementary School and Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49445?
4 public preschools are located in 49445.
What is the racial composition of students in 49445?
49445 public preschools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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