For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,814 students in Ypsilanti, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in Ypsilanti, MI are Ypsilanti International Elementary School, Fortis Academy and Global Tech Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ypsilanti, MI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Ypsilanti have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Ypsilanti, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ypsilanti International Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
503 Oak St
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-2400
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-2400
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Fortis Academy
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3875 Golfside Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 572-3623
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 572-3623
Gr: PK-8 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Global Tech Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1715 E Forest Ave
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 390-9625
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 390-9625
Gr: PK-8 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
2440 E Clark Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-1800
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-1800
Gr: PK-6 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
550 Perry St
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 221-1702
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 221-1702
Gr: PK-1 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Ypsilanti, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
503 Oak St
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-2400
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 221-2400
Gr: K-6 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
2100 Ellsworth Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1500
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1500
Gr: 1-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
111 South Wallace Blvd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1700
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1700
Gr: 1-5
1500 Stamford Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 961-6753
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 961-6753
Gr: K-6 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
220 King Hall Emu
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 487-4290
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 487-4290
1800 E. Forest Avenue
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 481-8325
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 481-8325
Gr: 6-8 | 534 students Minority enrollment: 55%
2440 East Clark Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 481-8275
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 481-8275
Gr: K-6 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
670 Onandago St
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 961-6553
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 961-6553
Gr: K-6 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
1633 Knowles Street
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 961-6703
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 961-6703
Gr: K-5 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
8888 Whittaker Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7061
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 484-7061
Gr: 1-5 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
211 East Michigan Ave
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 481-9001
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 481-9001
Gr: PK-6 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
New Directions Alternative Education (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
2095 Packard Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1850
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1850
Gr: Inquire with school | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Roberto Clemente Center (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
4377 Textile Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 997-1236
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 997-1236
Gr: 9-12 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
181 Oregon Avenue
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 481-8295
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 481-8295
Gr: PK-K | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
1076 Ecorse Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 482-7252
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 482-7252
Gr: 9-12
235 Spencer Ln
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 961-6003
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 961-6003
Gr: 9-12 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Wsc Academy Ypsilanti Campus (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
855 Jefferson St
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 794-0218
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 794-0218
Gr: 9-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
2095 Packard Rd
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1000
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
105 North Mansfield St
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1300
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 714-1300
Gr: 7-8 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
2095 Packard Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 221-1001
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 221-1001
Gr: 9-12 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
1076 Ecorse Rod
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 714-1210
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
(734) 714-1210
Gr: 9-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Ypsilanti, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Ypsilanti, MI include Ypsilanti International Elementary School, Fortis Academy and Global Tech Academy.
How many public preschools are located in Ypsilanti?
5 public preschools are located in Ypsilanti.
What is the racial composition of students in Ypsilanti?
Ypsilanti public preschools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Ypsilanti are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Ypsilanti include: Perry Early Learning Center vs. Ford Early Learning Center
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