For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 407 students in Ithaca, MI.
The top-ranked public preschool in Ithaca, MI is Giresd Center Programs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ithaca, MI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Ithaca have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Ithaca, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Giresd Center Programs
Special Education School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Pine Ave
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 773-6956
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 773-6956
Gr: PK-12 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
400 Webster St
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-4741
Ithaca, MI 48847
(989) 875-4741
Gr: PK-2 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Ithaca, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Ithaca, MI include Giresd Center Programs.
How many public preschools are located in Ithaca?
2 public preschools are located in Ithaca.
What is the racial composition of students in Ithaca?
Ithaca public preschools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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