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Best 49686 Michigan Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,902 students in 49686, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49686, MI are Courtade Elementary School, North Ednew Horizons and Grand Traverse Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49686 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49686, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).

Best 49686, MI Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Courtade Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1111 Rasho Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
North Ednew Horizons
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
933 Rose St
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5685
Gr: PK-12 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Grand Traverse Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1245 Hammond Rd E
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 932-6008
Gr: PK-12 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Eastern Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1600 Eastern Ave
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
North Edbridgeway
Special Education School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
301 S Garfield Ave
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-5683
Gr: PK-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #66.
Traverse Heights Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
933 Rose St
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 49686 Michigan

49686, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Cherry Knoll Children's Center (Closed 2009)
Special Education School
91800 N. Three Mile Road
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-625
Gr: Inquire with school | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Interlochen Early Childhood And Innovation Center (Closed 2023)
3113 J Maddy Pkwy
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-1780
Gr: PK-12
Oak Park (Closed 2009)
301 S Garfield
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-1780
Old Mission Peninsula School (Closed 2021)
2699 Island View Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 933-7420
Gr: PK-5 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Traverse Bay Area Early College High School (Closed 2015)
Vocational School
880 Parsons Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 922-6262
Gr: 9-12 | 43 students Minority enrollment: 4%
Traverse City College Preparatory Academy (Closed 2014)
1402 Carlisle Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 929-4539
Gr: 9-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 33%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49686, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49686, MI include Courtade Elementary School, North Ednew Horizons and Grand Traverse Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 49686?
6 public preschools are located in 49686.
What is the racial composition of students in 49686?
49686 public preschools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).

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