For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 819 students in 49007, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49007, MI are Northglade Montessori School, Woodward Elementary School and Lincoln International Studies School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49007 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49007, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 49007, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northglade Montessori School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1914 Cobb Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 337-0700
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 337-0700
Gr: PK-5 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Woodward Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
606 Stuart Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 337-0810
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 337-0810
Gr: PK-5 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln International Studies School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
912 N Burdick St
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 337-0640
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 337-0640
Gr: PK-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49007, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49007, MI include Northglade Montessori School, Woodward Elementary School and Lincoln International Studies School.
How many public preschools are located in 49007?
3 public preschools are located in 49007.
What is the racial composition of students in 49007?
49007 public preschools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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