For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 911 students in 49120, MI.
The top-ranked public preschool in 49120, MI is Ballard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49120 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49120, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49120, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ballard Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1601 W Chicago Rd
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-5900
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-5900
Gr: PK-5 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
1620 Lasalle Ave
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 684-6511
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 684-6511
Gr: PK-2 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
2020 N 5th St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-1982
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-1982
Gr: PK-K | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
49120, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2740 Mannix St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-4635
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-4635
Gr: K-1 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
1441 Eagle Street
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-6031
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-6031
Gr: 9-12 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
1 Tyler St
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-7484
Niles, MI 49120
(269) 683-7484
Gr: 6-12 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49120, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49120, MI include Ballard Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49120?
3 public preschools are located in 49120.
What is the racial composition of students in 49120?
49120 public preschools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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