For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 737 students in 49009, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49009, MI are Cooper Elementary School and Prairie Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49009 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49009, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 49009, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cooper Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7559 N 14th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 349-2674
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 349-2674
Gr: PK-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Prairie Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2294 S 9th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 337-0630
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 337-0630
Gr: PK-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49009, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49009, MI include Cooper Elementary School and Prairie Ridge Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49009?
2 public preschools are located in 49009.
What is the racial composition of students in 49009?
49009 public preschools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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