For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,880 students in 48235, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 48235, MI are Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies, David Ellis Academy and Rutherford Winans Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48235 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48235, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 48235, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies
(Math: 14% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6501 W Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 651-2400
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 651-2400
Grades: PK-8
| 689 students
Rank: #22.
David Ellis Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
18977 Schaefer Hwy
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 450-0642
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 450-0642
Grades: PK-12
| 215 students
Rank: #33.
Rutherford Winans Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
16411 Curtis St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0709
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0709
Grades: PK-8
| 161 students
Rank: #44.
Bow Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19801 Prevost St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0500
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0500
Grades: PK-8
| 514 students
Rank: #55.
Vernor Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13726 Pembroke Ave
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7342
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7342
Grades: PK-8
| 301 students
48235, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
17101 Hubbell St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7100
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7100
Grades: 9-12
| 104 students
16418 West Mcnichols Rd
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 272-5473
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 272-5473
Grades: K-1
| n/a students
19370 Greenfield Street
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 345-4826
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 345-4826
Grades: 4-8
| 100 students
17210 Cambridge Ave
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0582
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0582
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
17351 Southfield Road
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 486-4260
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 486-4260
Grades: K-12
| 414 students
16164 Asbury Park
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0612
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0612
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
16411 Curtis St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-8557
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-8557
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
17300 Fargo Street
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7480
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7480
Grades: K-2
| 69 students
Hazel Park Empowerment West Alternative School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
10711 Puritan St
Detroit, MI 48235
(248) 658-5600
Detroit, MI 48235
(248) 658-5600
Grades: 9-12
| 10 students
7000 W Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48235
(810) 908-4466
Detroit, MI 48235
(810) 908-4466
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
13436 Grove St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 892-1860
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 892-1860
Grades: K-12
| 526 students
19940 Mansfield St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 272-1649
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 272-1649
Grades: K-12
| 591 students
13735 W. Seven Mile
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7344
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 494-7344
Grades: K
| 38 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 48235, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 48235, MI include Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies, David Ellis Academy and Rutherford Winans Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 48235?
5 public preschools are located in 48235.
What is the racial composition of students in 48235?
48235 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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