Best Public Preschools in 49505 (Grand Rapids, MI) (2026)

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Best 49505 Michigan Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 642 students in 49505, MI.

The top-ranked public preschools in 49505, MI are Palmer School, Aberdeen Academy and Kent Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public preschools in zipcode 49505 have an score of 11% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 33%), and score of 24% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49505, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.

Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).

Best 49505, MI Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Palmer School

(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
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309 Palmer St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(616) 819-2929

Gr: PK-5 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%

Rank: #22.

Aberdeen Academy

(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
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928 Aberdeen St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(616) 819-2868

Gr: PK-8 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%

Rank: #33.

Kent Hills Elementary School

(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
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1445 Emerald Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(616) 819-2727

Gr: PK-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 49505 Michigan

49505, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Creston Community School (Closed 2014)

1720 Plainfield Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(616) 819-2424

Gr: 9-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 90%

Creston High School (Closed 2014)

1720 Plainfield Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(616) 819-2424

Gr: 9-12 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 83%

Grand Rapids Technical High School (Closed 2023)

Alternative School

1625 Leonard St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(616) 819-3150

Gr: Inquire with school | 25 students Minority enrollment: 79%

Lighthouse Academy Street Johns (Closed 2023)

Alternative School

2355 Knapp St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(616) 361-5227

Gr: K-12

Northeast Middle School (Closed 2007)

1400 Fuller Avenue Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(616) 819-2818

Gr: 6-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%

Riverside Elementary School (Closed 2004)

2420 Coit Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(616) 771-2955

Gr: K-5 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%

St. John's Home School (Closed 2023)

Special Education School

72355 Knapp Street Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(616) 361-522

Gr: K-12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 36%

Special Ed Interim Alternative School (Closed 2010)

Special Education School

1625 Leonard St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(616) 819-3232

Gr: Inquire with school | 11 students

W. Mi Academy For Hospitality Science (Closed 2004)

1625 Leonard Street Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(616) 771-3150

Gr: 9-12 | 60 students Minority enrollment: 70%

Wellerwood Early Childhood Center (Closed 2014)

Special Education School

800 Wellerwood St Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(616) 819-3522

Gr: PK-K

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49505, MI?

The top-ranked public preschools in 49505, MI include Palmer School, Aberdeen Academy and Kent Hills Elementary School.

How many public preschools are located in 49505?

3 public preschools are located in 49505.

What is the racial composition of students in 49505?

49505 public preschools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).