For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 3,041 students in 48209, MI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 48209, MI are Bennett Elementary School, Maybury Elementary School and Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 48209 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Michigan public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 48209, MI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public preschool average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 48209, MI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bennett Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2111 Mullane St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3585
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3585
Gr: PK-5 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Maybury Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4410 Porter St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2014
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-2014
Gr: PK-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy
(Math: 16% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6021 Mcmillan St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3701
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3701
Gr: PK-8 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Roberto Clemente Learning Academy
(Math: 14% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1551 Beard St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3489
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3489
Gr: PK-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Harms Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Central St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3492
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3492
Gr: PK-8 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Earhart Elementarymiddle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Scotten St
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Detroit, MI 48209
(313) 849-3945
Gr: PK-8 | 1,002 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 48209, MI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 48209, MI include Bennett Elementary School, Maybury Elementary School and Neinas Dual Language Learning Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 48209?
6 public preschools are located in 48209.
What is the racial composition of students in 48209?
48209 public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public preschools average of 41% (majority Black).
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