For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,872 students in 48235, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48235, MI are Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies, David Ellis Academy and Bow Elementarymiddle School. 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 13% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), 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 41% (majority Black).
Best 48235, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Foreign Language Immersion And Cultural Studies
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6501 W Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 651-2400
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 651-2400
Gr: PK-8 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
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
Gr: PK-12 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #33.
Bow Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19801 Prevost St
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0500
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 852-0500
Gr: PK-8 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #44.
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
Gr: PK-8 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
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
Gr: PK-8 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
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 Bow Elementarymiddle School.
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 41% (majority Black).
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