For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 802 students in 48864, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48864, MI are Okemos Public Montessoricentral and Bennett Woods Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48864 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48864, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48864, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Okemos Public Montessoricentral
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4406 Okemos Rd
Okemos, MI 48864
(517) 706-5400
Okemos, MI 48864
(517) 706-5400
Gr: PK-4 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Bennett Woods Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2650 Bennett Rd
Okemos, MI 48864
(517) 706-5100
Okemos, MI 48864
(517) 706-5100
Gr: PK-4 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
48864, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Nextech High School Of Lansing (Closed 2024)
Charter School
2175 University Park Drive
Okemos, MI 48864
(517) 347-7793
Okemos, MI 48864
(517) 347-7793
Gr: 9-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48864, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48864, MI include Okemos Public Montessoricentral and Bennett Woods Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48864?
2 public preschools are located in 48864.
What is the racial composition of students in 48864?
48864 public preschools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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