For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,193 students in 48214, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48214, MI are Moses Field Center, Garvey Academy and Hutchinson Elementarymiddle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48214 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48214, 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 41% (majority Black).
Best 48214, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Moses Field Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 Sheridan St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-5790
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-5790
Gr: PK-8 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Garvey Academy
(Math: 15% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2301 Van Dyke St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-7400
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-7400
Gr: PK-8 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Hutchinson Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Garland St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-4169
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 866-4169
Gr: PK-8 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #44.
Nichols Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Burns St
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 852-0800
Detroit, MI 48214
(313) 852-0800
Gr: PK-8 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48214, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48214, MI include Moses Field Center, Garvey Academy and Hutchinson Elementarymiddle School.
How many public preschools are located in 48214?
4 public preschools are located in 48214.
What is the racial composition of students in 48214?
48214 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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