Top 5 Best St. Joseph County Public Preschools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 1,456 students in St. Joseph County, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in St. Joseph County, MI are Andrews Elementary School, Pathfinder Educational Center and Nottawa Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
St. Joseph County, MI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in St. Joseph County have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 38% (majority Black).

Best St. Joseph County Public Preschools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Andrews Elementary School
Magnet School
Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
200 South Douglas Ave
Three Rivers, MI 49093
(269) 279-1140
Grades: PK-5
| 274 students
Rank: #22.
Pathfinder Educational Center
Special Education School
Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
62445 Shimmel Rd
Centreville, MI 49032
(269) 467-5409
Grades: PK-12
| 67 students
Rank: #33.
Nottawa Community School
Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
26438 M 86
Sturgis, MI 49091
(269) 467-7153
Grades: PK-8
| 151 students
Rank: #44.
Centreville Elementary School
Math: 29% | Reading: 40%
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
190 Hogan St
Centreville, MI 49032
(269) 467-5201
Grades: PK-6
| 478 students
Rank: #55.
Mendon Elementary School
Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
306 Lane St
Mendon, MI 49072
(269) 496-2175
Grades: PK-5
| 184 students
Rank: #66.
Sturgis Schools Adult Education Center
Alternative School
Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%
(2018-2019 School Year Data)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
107 West West St
Sturgis, MI 49091
(269) 659-1540
Grades: PK-12
| 35 students
Rank: n/an/a
935 White Pigeon Rd
Constantine, MI 49042
(269) 535-1966
Grades: PK-2
| 267 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in St. Joseph County, MI

St. Joseph County Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
107 Ilene Street
Sturgis, MI 49091
(269) 651-2438
Grades: K
| 8 students
416 Washington St
Three Rivers, MI 49093
(269) 279-9581
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
416 Washington Street
Three Rivers, MI 49093
(269) 279-1141
Grades: 3-5
| 207 students
190 Hogan St
Centreville, MI 49032
(269) 467-5205
Grades: 7-8
| 133 students
190 Hogan St
Centreville, MI 49032
(269) 467-5215
Grades: 9-12
| 1 students
69090 Carls Road
Sturgis, MI 49091
(269) 659-1580
Grades: K
| 100 students
62445 Shimmel Rd
Centreville, MI 49032
(269) 467-5306
Grades: PK
| n/a students
1008 8th Street
Three Rivers, MI 49093
(269) 279-1108
Grades: Inquire with school
| 87 students
303 E Jerolene St
Sturgis, MI 49091
(269) 659-1537
Grades: PK
| n/a students
303 East Jerolene St
Sturgis, MI 49091
(269) 651-1188
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
15464 Millard Road
Three Rivers, MI 49093
(269) 273-2440
Grades: PK
| 17 students
30945 Church St
Leonidas, MI 49066
(269) 432-2121
Grades: K-8
| 30 students
603 Neuman
Sturgis, MI 49091
(269) 659-1583
Grades: PK
| 12 students
62445 Shimmel Rd
Centreville, MI 49032
(269) 467-5400
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
210 Enterprise Dr.
Three Rivers, MI 49093
(616) 232-3322
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public preschools in St. Joseph County, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in St. Joseph County, MI include Andrews Elementary School, Pathfinder Educational Center and Nottawa Community School.
How many public preschools are located in St. Joseph County, MI?
7 public preschools are located in St. Joseph County, MI.
What is the racial composition of students in St. Joseph County, MI?
St. Joseph County, MI public preschools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 38% (majority Black).

Recent Articles

Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Back to School: Getting Up to Date with Required Vaccinations
Stay up to date on the current requirements for vaccinations for school-age children today, as well as some of the problems schools face when parents do not properly immunize their kids.
Teaching in Contemporary Times
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.
Public Schools in a Minute
January 27, 2024
Public Schools in a Minute
Explore the diverse world of public schools in a minute! Our brief overview provides a snapshot of the educational landscape, school districts, curriculum, and more. Get a quick glance at the big picture of K-12 education.