For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 444 students in 48881, MI.
The top ranked public preschool in 48881, MI is Saranac Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 48881 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48881, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 48881, MI Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Saranac Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
250 Pleasant St
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1200
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1200
Gr: PK-6 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
48881, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
234 Vosper St
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1300
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1300
Gr: 6-8 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Saranac Community Education (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
150 S. Pleasant Street
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1100
Saranac, MI 48881
(616) 642-1100
Gr: Inquire with school | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 48881, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 48881, MI include Saranac Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48881?
1 public preschools are located in 48881.
What is the racial composition of students in 48881?
48881 public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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