For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 833 students in Saint Joseph, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in Saint Joseph, MI are Brown School and Lincoln School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saint Joseph, MI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Saint Joseph have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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 Saint Joseph, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brown School
(Math: 64% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1102 Orchard Ave
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3700
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Saint Joseph, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Saint Joseph, MI include Brown School and Lincoln School.
How many public preschools are located in Saint Joseph?
2 public preschools are located in Saint Joseph.
What is the racial composition of students in Saint Joseph?
Saint Joseph public preschools minority enrollment is 28% 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 Saint Joseph are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Saint Joseph include: Lincoln School vs. Brown School, Brown School vs. Lincoln School
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