For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 323 students in 49781, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 49781, MI are St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School and Gros Cap School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49781 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49781, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49781, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
429 Portage St
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8500
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8500
Gr: PK-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Gros Cap School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
W1828 Gros Cap Road
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-7970
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-7970
Gr: PK-8 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
49781, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
429 Portage St
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8500
Saint Ignace, MI 49781
(906) 643-8500
Gr: PK-4 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 49781, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 49781, MI include St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School and Gros Cap School.
How many public preschools are located in 49781?
2 public preschools are located in 49781.
What is the racial composition of students in 49781?
49781 public preschools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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