For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 964 students in 48081, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48081, MI are Greenwood Elementary School and Rodgers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48081 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48081, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48081, MI Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27900 Joan St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4178
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-4178
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Rodgers Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
21601 Lanse St
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 285-8600
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 285-8600
Gr: PK-5 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
48081, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
27575 Harper Ave
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-2530
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
(586) 445-2530
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48081, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48081, MI include Greenwood Elementary School and Rodgers Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48081?
2 public preschools are located in 48081.
What is the racial composition of students in 48081?
48081 public preschools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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