For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 944 students in 48461, MI.
The top ranked public preschool in 48461, MI is North Branch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 48461 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48461, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 48461, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Branch Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4055 Elm Creek Rd
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-3041
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-3041
Grades: PK-4
| 944 students
48461, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6600 Brush St
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-4431
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 688-4431
Grades: 7-8
| 358 students
P.o. Box 3620
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 793-4320
North Branch, MI 48461
(810) 793-4320
Grades: K-2
| 119 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 48461, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 48461, MI include North Branch Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48461?
1 public preschools are located in 48461.
What is the racial composition of students in 48461?
48461 public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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