For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 805 students in 49078, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49078, MI are Washington Street Elementary School and Dix Street Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49078 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49078, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 49078, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Street Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
538 Washington St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7800
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7800
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Dix Street Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
503 Dix St
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7703
Otsego, MI 49078
(269) 694-7703
Gr: PK-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49078, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49078, MI include Washington Street Elementary School and Dix Street Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49078?
2 public preschools are located in 49078.
What is the racial composition of students in 49078?
49078 public preschools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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