For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 897 students in 48327, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48327, MI are Beaumont Elementary School, Haviland Elementary School and Riverside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48327 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48327, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48327, MI Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beaumont Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6532 Elizabeth Lake Rd
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-6822
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-6822
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Haviland Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5305 Cass Elizabeth Rd
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-2620
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-2620
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5280 Farm Rd
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 674-0805
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 674-0805
Gr: PK-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
48327, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5195 Pontiac Lake Road
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-5220
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 682-5220
Gr: 4-5 | 255 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48327, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48327, MI include Beaumont Elementary School, Haviland Elementary School and Riverside Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 48327?
3 public preschools are located in 48327.
What is the racial composition of students in 48327?
48327 public preschools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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