For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,447 students in 48224, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48224, MI are Carleton Elementary School, Wayne Elementary School and Ronald Brown Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48224 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48224, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, 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 48224, MI Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carleton Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11724 Casino St
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-8322
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-8322
Gr: PK-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
Wayne Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10633 Courville St
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-0400
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 866-0400
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #33.
Ronald Brown Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11530 E Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 886-2611
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 886-2611
Gr: PK-8 | 834 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
48224, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
10215 King Richard
Detroit, MI 48224
Detroit, MI 48224
Gr: K-8 | 379 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Fisher Magnet At Burbank Elementary School (Closed 2006)
Magnet School
10125 King Richard
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 417-9350
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 417-9350
Gr: K-8 | 276 students
Hazel Park Empowerment New Beginnings Alternative High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
11433 Beaconsfield
Detroit, MI 48224
(248) 658-5600
Detroit, MI 48224
(248) 658-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
9740 Mckinney St
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 640-4610
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 640-4610
Gr: K-5 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
9740 Mckinney St
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 640-4610
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 640-4610
Gr: 6-8 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
5959 Whittier Street
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 886-6070
Detroit, MI 48224
(313) 886-6070
Gr: K-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48224, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48224, MI include Carleton Elementary School, Wayne Elementary School and Ronald Brown Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 48224?
3 public preschools are located in 48224.
What is the racial composition of students in 48224?
48224 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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