For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 834 students in 49085, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 49085, MI are Brown School and Lincoln School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 49085 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 49085, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 49085, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brown School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2027 Brown School Rd
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3500
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 136:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1102 Orchard Ave
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3700
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
49085, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2214 S. State Street
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3151
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 926-3151
Gr: PK-K | 244 students Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 49085, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 49085, MI include Brown School and Lincoln School.
How many public preschools are located in 49085?
2 public preschools are located in 49085.
What is the racial composition of students in 49085?
49085 public preschools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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