For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 963 students in 48348, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 48348, MI are Springfield Plains Elementary School and Independence Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48348 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48348, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 48348, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Springfield Plains Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8650 Holcomb Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-3800
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-3800
Grades: PK-5
| 506 students
Rank: #22.
Independence Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6850 Hubbard Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5500
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5500
Grades: PK-5
| 457 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 48348, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 48348, MI include Springfield Plains Elementary School and Independence Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48348?
2 public preschools are located in 48348.
What is the racial composition of students in 48348?
48348 public preschools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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