For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 581 students in 49419, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49419, MI are Hamilton Elementary School and Bentheim Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49419 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49419, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49419, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3472 Lincoln Rd
Hamilton, MI 49419
(269) 751-5413
Hamilton, MI 49419
(269) 751-5413
Gr: PK-4 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Bentheim Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4057 38th St
Hamilton, MI 49419
(269) 751-5335
Hamilton, MI 49419
(269) 751-5335
Gr: PK-4 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
49419, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Pioneer Technical High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
4911 136th Ave
Hamilton, MI 49419
(269) 751-5185
Hamilton, MI 49419
(269) 751-5185
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49419, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49419, MI include Hamilton Elementary School and Bentheim Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49419?
2 public preschools are located in 49419.
What is the racial composition of students in 49419?
49419 public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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