For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 828 students in 48609, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 48609, MI are Robert B Havens Elementary School and Shields Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48609 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48609, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 48609, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Robert B Havens Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
457 Van Wormer Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-4201
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-4201
Grades: PK-5
| 391 students
Rank: #22.
Shields Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6900 Stroebel Rd
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-4701
Saginaw, MI 48609
(989) 921-4701
Grades: PK-5
| 437 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 48609, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 48609, MI include Robert B Havens Elementary School and Shields Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48609?
2 public preschools are located in 48609.
What is the racial composition of students in 48609?
48609 public preschools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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