For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,885 students in 48204, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 48204, MI are Keidan Special Education Center, Barton Elementary School and Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48204 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48204, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 48204, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Keidan Special Education Center
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4441 Collingwood St
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-9400
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-9400
Gr: PK-8 | 90 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Barton Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8530 Joy Rd
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-7441
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-7441
Gr: PK-6 | 192 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Rank: #33.
Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy
(Math: 10% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4700 Tireman St
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 596-4750
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 596-4750
Gr: PK-8 | 316 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Rank: #44.
Hope Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12121 Broadstreet Ave
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 934-0054
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 934-0054
Gr: PK-8 | 408 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
Rank: #55.
Mackenzie Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10147 W Chicago
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 416-6400
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 416-6400
Gr: PK-8 | 879 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
48204, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8666 Quincy St
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 898-6444
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 898-6444
Gr: PK-12 | 898 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
8858 Petoskey Avenue
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 596-4900
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 596-4900
Gr: PK-2 | 69 students
4601 Seebaldt Street
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 494-2361
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 494-2361
Gr: PK-2 | 183 students
9881 Mendota Street
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 933-3963
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 933-3963
Gr: K-8 | 784 students
Detroit Association Black Orgs (Dabo) High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
6311 West Chicago
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 491-0003
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 491-0003
Gr: 9-12 | 295 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
Detroit Transition Center - East (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
9600 Wyoming St
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-6880
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-6880
Gr: 9-12 | 108 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Detroit Transition Center West (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
9600 Wyoming St
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-6880
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-6880
Gr: 9-12
Hazel Park Empowerment Impact Alternative School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
4321 Oakman Blvd
Detroit, MI 48204
(248) 658-5600
Detroit, MI 48204
(248) 658-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 31 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
9275 Wyoming Street
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-9900
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-9900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,626 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
7300 Garden St
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-6722
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-6722
Gr: K-8 | 422 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
12121 Broadstreet Avenue
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-8440
Detroit, MI 48204
(313) 873-8440
Gr: K-8 | 638 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 48204, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 48204, MI include Keidan Special Education Center, Barton Elementary School and Sampsonwebber Leadership Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 48204?
5 public preschools are located in 48204.
What is the racial composition of students in 48204?
48204 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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