For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 563 students in 48657, MI.
The top ranked public preschool in 48657, MI is Meridian Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 48657 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48657, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 48657, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Meridian Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3353 N Meridian Rd
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3500
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3500
Grades: PK-4
| 563 students
48657, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3303 North Highway M-30
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3300
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3300
Grades: 9-12
| 51 students
2534 North West River Rd
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3455
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3455
Grades: PK
| n/a students
2534 W. River Road
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3455
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3455
Grades: K-5
| 192 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 48657, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 48657, MI include Meridian Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48657?
1 public preschools are located in 48657.
What is the racial composition of students in 48657?
48657 public preschools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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