For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 834 students in 49085, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 49085, MI are Brown School and Lincoln School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49085 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49085, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49085, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brown School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2027 Brown School Rd
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3500
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3500
Grades: PK-5
| 409 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1102 Orchard Ave
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3700
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3700
Grades: PK-5
| 425 students
49085, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2214 S. State Street
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3151
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3151
Grades: PK-K
| 244 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 49085, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 49085, MI include Brown School and Lincoln School.
How many public preschools are located in 49085?
2 public preschools are located in 49085.
What is the racial composition of students in 49085?
49085 public preschools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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