For the 2026-27 school year, there are 10 public preschools serving 5,720 students in Utica, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in Utica, MI are Richard J Duncan Elementary School, Crissman Elementary School and Beacon Tree Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Utica, MI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Utica have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Utica, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richard J Duncan Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14500 26 Mile Rd
Utica, MI 48315
(586) 797-4600
Utica, MI 48315
(586) 797-4600
Gr: PK-6 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Crissman Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
53550 Wolf Dr
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-4300
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-4300
Gr: PK-6 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Beacon Tree Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
55885 Schoenherr Rd
Utica, MI 48315
(586) 797-7300
Utica, MI 48315
(586) 797-7300
Gr: PK-6 | 787 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Issac Monfort Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6700 Montgomery Dr
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-5700
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-5700
Gr: PK-6 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Morgan Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
53800 Mound Rd
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-5800
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-5800
Gr: PK-6 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #66.
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: #77.
Switzer Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
53200 Shelby Rd
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-6400
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-6400
Gr: PK-6 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #88.
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: #99.
Roberts Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2400 Belle View Dr
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-6100
Utica, MI 48316
(586) 797-6100
Gr: PK-6 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #1010.
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%
Utica, 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 Utica, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Utica, MI include Richard J Duncan Elementary School, Crissman Elementary School and Beacon Tree Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Utica?
10 public preschools are located in Utica.
What is the racial composition of students in Utica?
Utica public preschools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Utica are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Utica include: Switzer Elementary School vs. Roberts Elementary School, Wiley Elementary School vs. Crissman Elementary School, Switzer Elementary School vs. Morgan Elementary School
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