For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 880 students in 48009, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 48009, MI are Quarton Elementary School and Pierce Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48009 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48009, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 48009, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Quarton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
771 Chesterfield Ave
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-3429
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-3429
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Pierce Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1829 Pierce St
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-4337
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-4337
Gr: PK-5 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
48009, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Midvale Early Childhood Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
2121 Midvale St
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-5803
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 203-5803
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 48009, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 48009, MI include Quarton Elementary School and Pierce Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48009?
2 public preschools are located in 48009.
What is the racial composition of students in 48009?
48009 public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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