For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 566 students in 49014, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49014, MI are Doris Klaussen Dev Center and Beadle Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49014 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49014, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49014, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Doris Klaussen Dev Center
Special Education School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
408 E Jameson Ave
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 964-9426
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 964-9426
Gr: PK-12 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Beadle Lake Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8175 C Dr N
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-3295
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-3295
Gr: PK-4 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
49014, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7454 B Dr N
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-6571
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 441-6571
Gr: 6-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
340 Cliff Street
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 965-9686
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 965-9686
Gr: K-5 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49014, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49014, MI include Doris Klaussen Dev Center and Beadle Lake Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 49014?
2 public preschools are located in 49014.
What is the racial composition of students in 49014?
49014 public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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