For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,571 students in 49684, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49684, MI are Tcaps Montessori School, Willow Hill Elementary School and Central Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49684 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49684, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49684, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tcaps Montessori School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4053 Franke Rd
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-6420
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-6420
Gr: PK-8 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Willow Hill Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1250 Hill St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-8540
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-8540
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Central Grade School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 W Seventh St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-5910
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-5910
Gr: PK-6 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Silver Lake Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5858 Culver Rd
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-3580
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-3580
Gr: PK-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
49684, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
301 West Seventh St
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-5600
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 933-5600
Gr: 4-5 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Tba Central Elementary School (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
301 West 7th
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6244
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6244
Gr: Inquire with school | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Tba Se Early Childhood (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
1101 Red Dr
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6200
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 922-6200
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49684, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49684, MI include Tcaps Montessori School, Willow Hill Elementary School and Central Grade School.
How many public preschools are located in 49684?
4 public preschools are located in 49684.
What is the racial composition of students in 49684?
49684 public preschools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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