For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 524 students in 49048, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49048, MI are Comstock Compass High School and Northeastern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49048 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49048, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 49048, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Comstock Compass High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3010 Gull Rd
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8930
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8930
Gr: PK-12 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Northeastern Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2433 Gertrude St
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 337-0690
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 337-0690
Gr: PK-5 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
6171 E Mn Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8960
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 250-8960
Gr: PK-K | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49048, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49048, MI include Comstock Compass High School and Northeastern Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49048?
3 public preschools are located in 49048.
What is the racial composition of students in 49048?
49048 public preschools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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