For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,514 students in 48317, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48317, MI are Wiley Elementary School, Flickinger Elementary School and West Utica Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48317 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48317, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48317, MI Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wiley Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
47240 Shelby Rd
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-6700
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-6700
Gr: PK-6 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Flickinger Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45400 Vanker Ave
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-4900
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-4900
Gr: PK-6 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
West Utica Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5415 W Utica Rd
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-6600
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-6600
Gr: PK-6 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
48317, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3423 Auburn Road
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-5500
Utica, MI 48317
(586) 797-5500
Gr: PK-K | 29 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48317, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48317, MI include Wiley Elementary School, Flickinger Elementary School and West Utica Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48317?
3 public preschools are located in 48317.
What is the racial composition of students in 48317?
48317 public preschools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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