For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,061 students in 49456, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49456, MI are Holmes Elementary School, Jeffers Elementary School and Lake Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49456 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49456, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 49456, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Holmes Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
426 River St
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-5504
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-5504
Gr: PK-4 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Jeffers Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
16031 144th Ave
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-5503
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 846-5503
Gr: PK-4 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Lake Hills Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
18181 Dogwood Dr
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 850-5600
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 850-5600
Gr: PK-4 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49456, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49456, MI include Holmes Elementary School, Jeffers Elementary School and Lake Hills Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49456?
3 public preschools are located in 49456.
What is the racial composition of students in 49456?
49456 public preschools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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