For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 264 students in 48506, MI.
The top-ranked public preschool in 48506, MI is Potter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48506 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48506, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48506, MI Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Potter School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2500 N Averill Ave
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1813
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1813
Gr: PK-6 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
4235 Crosby Rd
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-3501
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-3501
Gr: PK-K | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
48506, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1501 Davison Road
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1435
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1435
Gr: PK-6 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
5323 Western Road
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-5305
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-5305
Gr: 7-8 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Paro Educational Center (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
G-5340 N. Genesee Road
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9928
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 591-9928
Gr: 7-12 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
3701 N. Averill Avenue
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1817
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1817
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
1400 North Vernon Ave
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1381
Flint, MI 48506
(810) 760-1381
Gr: PK-6 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48506, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48506, MI include Potter School.
How many public preschools are located in 48506?
2 public preschools are located in 48506.
What is the racial composition of students in 48506?
48506 public preschools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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