For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 927 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 41% (majority Black).
Best 48009, MI Public Preschools (2026)
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 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
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 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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 41% (majority Black).
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