For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 758 students in 48858, MI.
Public preschools in zipcode 48858 have a diversity score of 0.50, which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 0.59.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48858, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ganiard School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 S Adams St
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
(989) 775-2240
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
(989) 775-2240
Gr: PK-2 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Pullen Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
251 S Brown St
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
(989) 775-2270
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
(989) 775-2270
Gr: PK-2 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Vowles School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1560 Watson Rd
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
(989) 775-2280
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
(989) 775-2280
Gr: PK-2 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48858, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48858, MI include Ganiard School, Pullen Elementary School and Vowles School.
How many public preschools are located in 48858?
3 public preschools are located in 48858.
What is the racial composition of students in 48858?
48858 public preschools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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