For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,673 students in 48187, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48187, MI are Gallimore Elementary School, Tonda Elementary School and Dodson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48187 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48187, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48187, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gallimore Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
8375 N Sheldon Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-3155
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-3155
Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Tonda Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
46501 Warren Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-6100
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-6100
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Dodson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
205 N Beck Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 981-8003
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 981-8003
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Miller Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
43721 Hanford Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-4800
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-4800
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Eriksson Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1275 N Haggerty Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 981-6995
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 981-6995
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #66.
Hulsing Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8055 Fleet St
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-7532
Canton, MI 48187
(734) 416-7532
Gr: PK-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48187, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48187, MI include Gallimore Elementary School, Tonda Elementary School and Dodson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48187?
6 public preschools are located in 48187.
What is the racial composition of students in 48187?
48187 public preschools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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