For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 560 students in 48883, MI.
The top ranked public preschool in 48883, MI is Shepherd Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 48883 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48883, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 48883, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shepherd Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
301 S 4th St
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6601
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 828-6601
Grades: PK-5
| 560 students
48883, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
418 West Blanchard Rd
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 866-6741
Shepherd, MI 48883
(989) 866-6741
Grades: K-8
| 114 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 48883, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 48883, MI include Shepherd Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48883?
1 public preschools are located in 48883.
What is the racial composition of students in 48883?
48883 public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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