For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 888 students in 48161, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48161, MI are Monroe County Education Center, Custer Elementary School and Waterloo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48161 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48161, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48161, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monroe County Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1091 S Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2610
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 322-2610
Gr: PK-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Custer Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5003 W Albain Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4300
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-4300
Gr: PK-6 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Waterloo Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1933 S Custer Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5100
Monroe, MI 48161
(734) 265-5100
Gr: PK-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48161, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48161, MI include Monroe County Education Center, Custer Elementary School and Waterloo Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48161?
3 public preschools are located in 48161.
What is the racial composition of students in 48161?
48161 public preschools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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