For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 700 students in 48661, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 48661, MI are Rose City School and Surline Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48661 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48661, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% 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 48661, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rose City School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
515 Harrington
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2250
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2250
Grades: PK-6
| 106 students
Rank: #22.
Surline Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
147 State St
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2190
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2190
Grades: PK-4
| 594 students
48661, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
960 South M 33
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Grades: 9-12
| 16 students
500 Lake Street
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 343-2020
Grades: 7-11
| 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 48661, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 48661, MI include Rose City School and Surline Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48661?
2 public preschools are located in 48661.
What is the racial composition of students in 48661?
48661 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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