For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 954 students in Ishpeming, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in Ishpeming, MI are Aspen Ridge Elementary School and Birchview School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ishpeming, MI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Ishpeming have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Ishpeming, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aspen Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
350 Aspen Ridge School Rd
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-3175
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-3175
Gr: PK-8 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Birchview School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
663 Poplar St
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-6341
Ishpeming, MI 49849
(906) 485-6341
Gr: PK-4 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Ishpeming, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Ishpeming, MI include Aspen Ridge Elementary School and Birchview School.
How many public preschools are located in Ishpeming?
2 public preschools are located in Ishpeming.
What is the racial composition of students in Ishpeming?
Ishpeming public preschools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Ishpeming are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Ishpeming include: Birchview School vs. Aspen Ridge Elementary School, Aspen Ridge Elementary School vs. Birchview School
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