For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,759 students in 49504, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49504, MI are Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School, Shawmut Hills School and Sibley School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49504 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49504, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 49504, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1460 Laughlin Dr Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2250
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2250
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Shawmut Hills School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2550 Burritt St Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3055
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3055
Gr: PK-8 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Sibley School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
943 Sibley St Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3100
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Harrison Park Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1440 Davis Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2565
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 819-2565
Gr: PK-8 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49504, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49504, MI include Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School, Shawmut Hills School and Sibley School.
How many public preschools are located in 49504?
4 public preschools are located in 49504.
What is the racial composition of students in 49504?
49504 public preschools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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