For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 931 students in 49685, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49685, MI are Westwoods Elementary School, Long Lake Elementary School and Blair Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49685 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49685, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 49685, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westwoods Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1500 Fisher Rd
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7900
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7900
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Long Lake Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7600 N Long Lake Rd
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7800
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-7800
Gr: PK-5 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Blair Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1625 Sawyer Rd
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-5700
Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 933-5700
Gr: PK-5 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49685, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49685, MI include Westwoods Elementary School, Long Lake Elementary School and Blair Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49685?
3 public preschools are located in 49685.
What is the racial composition of students in 49685?
49685 public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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