For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 730 students in 49004, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49004, MI are Parchment Central Elementary School, Parchment Northwood Elementary School and Spring Valley Center For Exploration. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49004 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49004, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 49004, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parchment Central Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
516 N Orient St
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1000
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1000
Gr: PK-3 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Parchment Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 Edison St
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1300
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1300
Gr: PK-3 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Spring Valley Center For Exploration
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3530 Mount Olivet Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 337-0750
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 337-0750
Gr: PK-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49004, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49004, MI include Parchment Central Elementary School, Parchment Northwood Elementary School and Spring Valley Center For Exploration.
How many public preschools are located in 49004?
3 public preschools are located in 49004.
What is the racial composition of students in 49004?
49004 public preschools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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