For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 3,215 students in 48312, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48312, MI are Messmore Elementary School, Bozymowski Center and Dekeyser Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48312 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48312, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48312, MI Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Messmore Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8742 Dill Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5600
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5600
Gr: PK-6 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Bozymowski Center
Special Education School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11870 Eldorado Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 939-5391
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 939-5391
Gr: PK-12 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Dekeyser Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
38397 Gladstone Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-4400
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-4400
Gr: PK-6 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Oakbrook Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12060 Greenway Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5900
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5900
Gr: PK-6 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Bruce Collins Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12900 Grand Haven Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-4200
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-4200
Gr: PK-6 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #66.
Willow Woods Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11001 Daniel Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2850
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2850
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #77.
Huron Academy Grades K2
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11401 Metro Pkwy
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 446-9170
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 446-9170
Gr: PK-12 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #88.
Black Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14100 Heritage Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2840
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2840
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
48312, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
37400 Dodge Park Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-3100
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-3100
Gr: 9
Bozymowski Center Middle School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
11870 Eldorado Drive
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 939-0156
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 939-0156
Gr: 6-9 | 52 students Minority enrollment: 12%
8655 Irving Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2860
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 825-2860
Gr: PK-6 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
11303 Greendale Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-1000
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-1000
Gr: PK
38397 Gladstone Dr
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5300
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-5300
Gr: K-6
38901 Dodge Park Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-6500
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(586) 797-6500
Gr: K-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48312, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48312, MI include Messmore Elementary School, Bozymowski Center and Dekeyser Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48312?
8 public preschools are located in 48312.
What is the racial composition of students in 48312?
48312 public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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