For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 3,147 students in Portage, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in Portage, MI are Moorsbridge Elementary School, Woodsedge Learning Center and Lake Center Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Portage, MI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Portage have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Portage, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Moorsbridge Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7361 Moorsbridge Rd
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6400
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6400
Gr: PK-5 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Woodsedge Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1501 E Milham Ave
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9414
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9414
Gr: PK-12 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Lake Center Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10011 Portage Rd
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-6355
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-6355
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
12th Street Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6501 S 12th St
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6900
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Amberly Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6637 Amberly St
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5900
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-5900
Gr: PK-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Angling Road Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5340 Angling Rd
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6000
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6000
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #77.
Haverhill Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6633 Haverhill Ave
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6200
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 323-6200
Gr: PK-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Portage, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Kalamazoo Resa - Local-based Speced Programs (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
1819 East Milham Rd
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9323
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9323
Gr: K-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
321 W South St
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9855
Gr: PK
Reach And Teach (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
Po Box 1748
Portage, MI 49081
(269) 276-9036
Portage, MI 49081
(269) 276-9036
Gr: Inquire with school | 52 students
1819 East Milham Ave
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9214
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 250-9214
Gr: 6-8 | 1 student
8106 Waylee Street
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-6500
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 323-6500
Gr: K-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Portage, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Portage, MI include Moorsbridge Elementary School, Woodsedge Learning Center and Lake Center Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Portage?
7 public preschools are located in Portage.
What is the racial composition of students in Portage?
Portage public preschools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Portage are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Portage include: 12th Street Elementary School vs. Moorsbridge Elementary School, Lake Center Elementary School vs. 12th Street Elementary School, Lake Center Elementary School vs. Moorsbridge Elementary School
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