For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 561 students in 49461, MI.
The top-ranked public preschool in 49461, MI is White Lake Area Community Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49461 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49461, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, 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 49461, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
White Lake Area Community Education
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4600 Gibson Rd
Whitehall, MI 49461
(231) 893-0515
Whitehall, MI 49461
(231) 893-0515
Gr: PK-12 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
205 E Market St
Whitehall, MI 49461
(231) 893-1050
Whitehall, MI 49461
(231) 893-1050
Gr: PK-2 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49461, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49461, MI include White Lake Area Community Education.
How many public preschools are located in 49461?
2 public preschools are located in 49461.
What is the racial composition of students in 49461?
49461 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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