For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 442 students in 48473, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 48473, MI are Syring Elementary School and Swartz Creek Virtual Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48473 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48473, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 48473, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Syring Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5300 Oakview Dr
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1301
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-1301
Grades: PK-2
| 339 students
Rank: #22.
Swartz Creek Virtual Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8230 Crapo St
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-4380
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
(810) 591-4380
Grades: PK-12
| 103 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 48473, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 48473, MI include Syring Elementary School and Swartz Creek Virtual Learning Center.
How many public preschools are located in 48473?
2 public preschools are located in 48473.
What is the racial composition of students in 48473?
48473 public preschools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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