For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,320 students in 49546, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49546, MI are Thornapple Elementary School, Pine Ridge Elementary School and Collins Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49546 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49546, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 49546, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thornapple Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6932 Bridgewater Dr Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 493-8920
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 493-8920
Gr: PK-4 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Pine Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3250 Redford Dr Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 493-8910
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 493-8910
Gr: PK-4 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Collins Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4368 Heather Ln Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 493-8900
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 493-8900
Gr: PK-4 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Ridgemoor Park Montessori
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2555 Inverness Rd Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 819-5321
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 819-5321
Gr: PK-6 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49546, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49546, MI include Thornapple Elementary School, Pine Ridge Elementary School and Collins Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49546?
4 public preschools are located in 49546.
What is the racial composition of students in 49546?
49546 public preschools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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