For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 3,188 students in Hamtramck, MI.
The top ranked public preschools in Hamtramck, MI are Caniff Liberty Academy, Hanley International Academy and Bridge Academy East. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamtramck, MI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Hamtramck have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Hamtramck, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Caniff Liberty Academy
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2650 Caniff St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(248) 327-7673
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(248) 327-7673
Grades: PK-9
| 562 students
Rank: #22.
Hanley International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Denton St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 875-8888
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 875-8888
Grades: PK-8
| 658 students
Rank: #33.
Bridge Academy East
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9600 Buffalo St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6100
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 462-6100
Grades: PK-5
| 653 students
Rank: #44.
Davison Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2800 E Davison St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 252-3118
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 252-3118
Grades: PK-8
| 790 students
Rank: #55.
Commonwealth Community Development Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13477 Eureka St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 366-9470
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 366-9470
Grades: PK-8
| 162 students
Rank: #66.
Detroit International Academy For Young Women
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5161 Charles St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 873-3050
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 873-3050
Grades: PK-12
| 235 students
Rank: n/an/a
11680 Mcdougall St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7410
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 591-7410
Grades: PK-2
| 128 students
Hamtramck, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3056 Hanley St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 347-0026
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 347-0026
Grades: K-8
| 235 students
13322 Conant Street
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 866-3500
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 866-3500
Grades: 7-12
| 737 students
11241 Gunston
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 491-0003
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 491-0003
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
5161 Charles St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 873-6810
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 873-6810
Grades: PK
| n/a students
5161 Charles St
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 866-3595
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 866-3595
Grades: PK-8
| 374 students
17601 Mound Rd
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-8300
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-8300
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
17600 Ryan Rd
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-3200
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313) 368-3200
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Hamtramck, MI?
The top ranked public preschools in Hamtramck, MI include Caniff Liberty Academy, Hanley International Academy and Bridge Academy East.
How many public preschools are located in Hamtramck?
7 public preschools are located in Hamtramck.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamtramck?
Hamtramck public preschools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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