For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,088 students in 48879, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48879, MI are Riley Elementary School, Eureka School and Oakview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48879 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48879, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48879, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riley Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5935 West Pratt Rd
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-5100
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Eureka School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7500 N Welling Rd
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4900
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4900
Gr: PK-5 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Oakview Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1400 S Clinton Ave
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4500
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4500
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Clinton County Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4179 S Us Highway 27
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 224-6831
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 224-6831
Gr: PK-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Gateway Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
915 N Lansing St
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4600
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(989) 227-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48879, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48879, MI include Riley Elementary School, Eureka School and Oakview Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48879?
5 public preschools are located in 48879.
What is the racial composition of students in 48879?
48879 public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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