For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,774 students in 48209, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in 48209, MI are Bennett Elementary School, Maybury Elementary School and Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48209 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48209, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 48209, MI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bennett Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2111 Mullane St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3585
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3585
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Maybury Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4410 Porter St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2014
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2014
Gr: PK-5 | 277 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy
(Math: 16% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6021 Mcmillan St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3701
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3701
Gr: PK-8 | 427 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Roberto Clemente Learning Academy
(Math: 14% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1551 Beard St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3489
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3489
Gr: PK-5 | 477 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Harms Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Central St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3492
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3492
Gr: PK-5 | 218 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Earhart Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Scotten St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Gr: PK-8 | 899 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
48209, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
840 Waterman St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3183
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3183
Gr: PK-K | 40 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Covenant House Academy Southwest (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
5668 Baker St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 463-2023
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 463-2023
Gr: 9-12 | 262 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
6921 West Fort St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Gr: 6-8 | 313 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
9200 Olivet Street
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2023
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2023
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
6921 West Fort St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-4521
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-4521
Gr: 9-12 | 611 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 48209, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in 48209, MI include Bennett Elementary School, Maybury Elementary School and Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 48209?
6 public preschools are located in 48209.
What is the racial composition of students in 48209?
48209 public preschools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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