For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,610 students in 48854, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48854, MI are Alaiedon Elementary School, Heartwood School and North Aurelius Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48854 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48854, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 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 48854, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alaiedon Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1723 Okemos Rd
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6499
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6499
Gr: PK-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Heartwood School
Special Education School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
625 Hagadorn Rd
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1404
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1404
Gr: PK-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
North Aurelius Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
115 N Aurelius Rd
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6506
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6506
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Steele Street Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
531 Steele St
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6510
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6510
Gr: PK-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Ingham Isd Asd Programs
Special Education School
1811 Pinecrest Dr
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1247
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 244-1247
Gr: PK-8 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
400 S Cedar St
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6528
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6528
Gr: PK-K | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48854, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48854, MI include Alaiedon Elementary School, Heartwood School and North Aurelius Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48854?
6 public preschools are located in 48854.
What is the racial composition of students in 48854?
48854 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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