For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 412 students in 48202, MI.
The top-ranked public preschool in 48202, MI is Golightly Education Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 48202 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48202, 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 48202, MI Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Golightly Education Center
(Math: 18% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5536 Saint Antoine St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 494-2538
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 494-2538
Gr: PK-8 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
48202, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Barsamian Preparatory Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
7650 2nd Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-1288
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-1288
Gr: 9-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
5250 John R
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 202-6082
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 202-6082
Gr: 4-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
8401 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 494-8080
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 494-8080
Gr: 4-8 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
9026 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-3050
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-3050
Gr: 9-12
8000 John C. Lodge Freeway
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-2944
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-2944
Gr: PK-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
8726 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 866-0533
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 866-0533
Gr: PK | 25 students
9026 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-1250
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-1250
Gr: 9-12 | 1,181 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
7375 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 309-1634
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 309-1634
Gr: 9-12 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Riverside Preparatory Middle College Academy (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
30 Josephine St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 285-9246
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 285-9246
Gr: 9-12 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
317 Harper Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 922-8088
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 922-8088
Gr: 9-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
2884 E. Grand Boulevard
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 866-0533
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 866-0533
Gr: PK | 54 students Minority enrollment: 98%
8700 Byron Street
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-3070
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 873-3070
Gr: PK-5 | 338 students
5310 St. Antoine
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 831-0100
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 831-0100
Gr: 6-8 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
University Preparatory Academy Psad Elementary School (Closed 2021)
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
435 Amsterdam St
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 309-0552
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 309-0552
Gr: K-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48202, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48202, MI include Golightly Education Center.
How many public preschools are located in 48202?
1 public preschools are located in 48202.
What is the racial composition of students in 48202?
48202 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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