For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 850 students in 49080, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49080, MI are Gilkey Elementary School and Starr Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49080 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49080, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49080, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gilkey Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
707 S Woodhams St
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-2424
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-2424
Gr: PK-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Starr Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 School Dr
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-5835
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-5835
Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
49080, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Michigan Career And Technical Institute High School (Closed 2010)
Vocational School
11611 Pine Lake Rd
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 664-4461
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 664-4461
Gr: 9-12
Plainwell Young Adult Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
101 1/2 S. Main Street
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-2095
Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-2095
Gr: Inquire with school | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49080, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49080, MI include Gilkey Elementary School and Starr Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49080?
2 public preschools are located in 49080.
What is the racial composition of students in 49080?
49080 public preschools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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