For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 447 students in Allegan, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in Allegan, MI are North Ward Elementary School, Pine Trails Elementary School and Hillside Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Allegan, MI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Allegan have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Allegan, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Ward Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
440 River St
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-6003
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-6003
Gr: PK-K | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Pine Trails Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2950 Center St
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-5379
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 673-5379
Gr: PK-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Hillside Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
212 Grove St
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 512-7900
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 512-7900
Gr: PK-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Allegan, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Allegan, MI include North Ward Elementary School, Pine Trails Elementary School and Hillside Learning Center.
How many public preschools are located in Allegan?
3 public preschools are located in Allegan.
What is the racial composition of students in Allegan?
Allegan public preschools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Allegan are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Allegan include: Pine Trails Elementary School vs. North Ward Elementary School, North Ward Elementary School vs. Pine Trails Elementary School
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