For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 348 students in 49017, MI.
The top-ranked public preschool in 49017, MI is Fremont International Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 49017 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49017, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49017, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fremont International Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
115 Emmett St E
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9715
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9715
Gr: PK-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
49017, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
77 Capital Ave Ne
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9514
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9514
Gr: 9-12
315 Hutchinson Road
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 964-4877
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 964-4877
Gr: K-3 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Calhoun Area Technology Center (Closed 2008)
Vocational School
475 Roosevelt Avenue E.
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 968-2271
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 968-2271
Gr: 10-12
77 Capital Ave Ne
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9624
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9624
Gr: PK | 223 students Minority enrollment: 41%
115 Emmett St E
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9715
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9715
Gr: K-6 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
3515 W. Michigan Avenue
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9767
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9767
Gr: K-5 | 117 students Minority enrollment: 21%
400 Capital Avenue Ne
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9705
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9705
Gr: K-5 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Operation Grad High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
3515 West Michigan Ave.
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 694-2410
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 694-2410
Gr: 9-12 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
60 Van Buren St West
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9655
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9655
Gr: 6-8 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
450 N. Washington Avenue
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9699
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 965-9699
Gr: K-5 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49017, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49017, MI include Fremont International Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 49017?
1 public preschools are located in 49017.
What is the racial composition of students in 49017?
49017 public preschools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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