For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 3,147 students in Hamtramck, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in Hamtramck, MI are Caniff Liberty Academy, Hanley International Academy and Bridge Academy East. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamtramck, MI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Hamtramck have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Hamtramck, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Caniff Liberty Academy
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2650 Caniff St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(248) 327-7673
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(248) 327-7673
Gr: PK-9 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Hanley International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Denton St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 875-8888
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 875-8888
Gr: PK-8 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Bridge Academy East
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9600 Buffalo St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6100
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6100
Gr: PK-5 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Davison Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2800 E Davison St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 252-3118
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 252-3118
Gr: PK-8 | 765 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Commonwealth Community Development Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13477 Eureka St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 366-9470
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 366-9470
Gr: PK-8 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Detroit International Academy For Young Women
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5161 Charles St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 873-3050
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 873-3050
Gr: PK-12 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: n/an/a
11680 Mcdougall St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7410
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7410
Gr: PK-2 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Hamtramck, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Hamtramck, MI include Caniff Liberty Academy, Hanley International Academy and Bridge Academy East.
How many public preschools are located in Hamtramck?
7 public preschools are located in Hamtramck.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamtramck?
Hamtramck public preschools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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