For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 702 students in 49341, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 49341, MI are Meadow Ridge Elementary School and Parkside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49341 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49341, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49341, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meadow Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8100 Courtland Dr Ne
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6342
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6342
Gr: PK-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Parkside Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
156 Lewis St
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6360
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6360
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
49341, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Rfc Alternative Education Elementary School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
4100 Kroes
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6348
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 863-6348
Gr: 9 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 49341, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 49341, MI include Meadow Ridge Elementary School and Parkside Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49341?
2 public preschools are located in 49341.
What is the racial composition of students in 49341?
49341 public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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