For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,013 students in 48076, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48076, MI are University Elementary School Academy and Alice M Birney K8 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48076 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48076, MI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48076, MI Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University Elementary School Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
19301 W 12 Mile Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8590
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8590
Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Alice M Birney K8 School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
27225 Evergreen Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8800
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8800
Gr: PK-8 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Crescent Academy Pk2
Charter School
17570 W 12 Mile Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 423-4581
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 423-4581
Gr: PK-2 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
48076, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
27700 Southfield Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 569-0089
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 569-0089
Gr: K-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
27225 Evergreen Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8800
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8800
Gr: 6-8
20900 Independence Dr
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8855
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8855
Gr: K-5
16500 Lincoln Dr
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7440
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7440
Gr: K-5
19080 W. 12 Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8590
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-8590
Gr: K-1 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
16300 Lincoln Dr
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7400
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7400
Gr: 6-8
19301 West 12 Mile Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7200
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 746-7200
Gr: 8-12 | 880 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48076, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48076, MI include University Elementary School Academy and Alice M Birney K8 School.
How many public preschools are located in 48076?
3 public preschools are located in 48076.
What is the racial composition of students in 48076?
48076 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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