For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 298 students in 49829, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49829, MI are Learning Center and Webster Kindergarten Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49829 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49829, 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 American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49829, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5219 18th Rd
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 789-9476
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 789-9476
Gr: PK-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Webster Kindergarten Center
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1209 N 19th St
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-6118
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-6118
Gr: K | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
49829, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bay Middle College High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
2001 North Lincoln Road
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 789-5599
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 789-5599
Gr: 9-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Deltaschoolcraft Manistique Area Satellite Center (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
100 North Cedar St
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-9300
Escanaba, MI 49829
(906) 786-9300
Gr: 11-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49829, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49829, MI include Learning Center and Webster Kindergarten Center.
How many public preschools are located in 49829?
2 public preschools are located in 49829.
What is the racial composition of students in 49829?
49829 public preschools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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